1990 BMW 316 vs. 2011 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2011 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 316 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan X-Trail (137 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Nissan X-Trail (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 316 | 2011 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 316 | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |