1998 Nissan Primera vs. 2010 BMW X3
To start off, 2010 BMW X3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Primera. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X3 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1998 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 BMW X3 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Primera | 2010 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Primera | X3 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4569 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2797 mm |
