2000 BMW 316 vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 316 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2000 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 552 kg more than 2000 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 316 | 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 316 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
