1996 Nissan Terrano vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Terrano. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1996 Nissan Terrano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 BMW X3 (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Terrano. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Terrano. 2011 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 1996 Nissan Terrano has manual transmission. 1996 Nissan Terrano will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Terrano | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Terrano | X3 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2807 mm |
