2010 Nissan Rogue vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2010 Nissan Rogue is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Rogue. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Rogue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 525 weights approximately 192 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 2006 BMW 525 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 2006 BMW 525. 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, 2006 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan Rogue | 2006 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Rogue | 525 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4646 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1659 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
