1997 BMW 730 vs. 2009 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2009 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 571 kg more than 1997 BMW 730.
Because 2009 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan X-Trail 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, 1997 BMW 730 (279 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 730 | 2009 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 730 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
