1998 BMW M vs. 2009 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2009 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW M would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW M (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. (137 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 BMW M (340 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW M | 2009 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | M | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 65 L |