1994 BMW 730 vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2004 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 730 (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 730 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 BMW 730 (310 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 730 | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 730 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |
