2011 BMW 328 vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 is newer by 1 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 3,953 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (257 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2011 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 328.
Because 2011 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Frontier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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 (281 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 328 | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 328 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1783 mm | 1860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
