2002 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Xterra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2002 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 334 kg more than 2007 Nissan Xterra.
Because 2007 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2002 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Xterra. 2002 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Xterra has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Xterra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 2007 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 330 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
