2010 Nissan Rogue vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 Nissan Rogue is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Rogue. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Rogue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 152 kg more than 2010 Nissan Rogue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 325 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Rogue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan Rogue | 2005 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Rogue | 325 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4646 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1659 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
