2000 BMW 330 vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 330 (231 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (181 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 245 kg more than 2000 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 BMW 330 (301 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (270 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 330 | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 330 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 73 L |
