1999 BMW Z9 vs. 1999 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, both 1999 BMW Z9 and 1999 Nissan X-Trail were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z9 (242 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1999 Nissan X-Trail. (146 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z9 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1999 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW Z9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 BMW Z9 (560 Nm) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan X-Trail. (136 Nm). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 1999 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | Z9 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2630 mm |
