2011 BMW 120 vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW 120 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 623 kg more than 2011 BMW 120. 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, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 120 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 120 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 120 | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 120 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2008 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1829 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
