2011 Nissan Grand Livina vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Nissan Grand Livina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Nissan Grand Livina would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Grand Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Grand Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 803 kg more than 2011 Nissan Grand Livina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Grand Livina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 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, 2012 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Grand Livina. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Grand Livina. 2012 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan Grand Livina has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan Grand Livina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Grand Livina | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Grand Livina | 535 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |
