2000 BMW Z3 vs. 2000 Nissan Almera
To start off, both 2000 BMW Z3 and 2000 Nissan Almera were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Almera. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Almera weights approximately 40 kg more than 2000 BMW Z3.
Because 2000 BMW Z3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 BMW Z3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Almera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Z3 (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Almera. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Almera. 2000 BMW Z3 has automatic transmission and 2000 Nissan Almera has manual transmission. 2000 Nissan Almera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW Z3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 2000 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | Z3 | Almera |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2540 mm |
