1988 BMW 520 vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2003 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,485 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1988 BMW 520. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 520 weights approximately 76 kg more than 2003 Nissan X-Trail.
Because 2003 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 520. (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 520 | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 520 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
