2011 Nissan NP300 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Nissan NP300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Nissan NP300 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2011 Nissan NP300. (131 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan NP300.
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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan NP300. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan NP300. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan NP300 has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan NP300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Nissan NP300 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | NP300 | 5 Series |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2486 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2132 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1559 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |