2010 Nissan Frontier vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 976 kg more than 2012 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Nissan Frontier | 2012 BMW 116 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Frontier | 116 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3952 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |