2000 BMW 325 vs. 2000 Nissan Xterra
To start off, both 2000 BMW 325 and 2000 Nissan Xterra were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 325 (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 38 kg more than 2000 BMW 325.
Because 2000 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Xterra 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, 2000 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 325 | 2000 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 325 | Xterra |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |