2003 BMW 318 vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2003 BMW 318 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 125 kg more than 2003 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 318. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 318 | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 318 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
