1988 BMW 524 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 524. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 524 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 524 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1988 BMW 524. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 524. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 524 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2003 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 BMW 524 (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 524 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 524 | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 524 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2540 mm |
