2003 BMW 325 vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, both 2003 BMW 325 and 2003 Nissan X-Trail were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 325 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 35 kg more than 2003 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. 2003 Nissan X-Trail has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Nissan X-Trail will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 325 | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 325 | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |