2000 BMW 320 vs. 2009 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Xterra (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2000 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 320.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 320. (214 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 320. 2009 Nissan Xterra has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 320 | 2009 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 320 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
