2001 BMW Z9 vs. 2011 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Xterra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Z9 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z9 (286 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Xterra. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 267 kg more than 2001 BMW Z9.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 BMW Z9 (597 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Z9 | 2011 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | Z9 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
