2004 BMW 525 vs. 2008 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 525 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 525. (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 525. 2008 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 525 | 2008 Nissan Titan | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 525 | Titan |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 523 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |