1996 Nissan Sunny vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X3 (237 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Sunny. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X3 weights approximately 863 kg more than 1996 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Nissan Sunny. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 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, 2013 BMW X3 (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Sunny. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Sunny. 2013 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 1996 Nissan Sunny has manual transmission. 1996 Nissan Sunny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Sunny | 2013 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Sunny | X3 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2098 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2810 mm |
