2003 BMW X Activity vs. 2011 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2011 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X Activity. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X Activity would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X Activity is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X Activity (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2011 Nissan X-Trail. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X Activity should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 686 kg more than 2003 BMW X Activity.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2003 BMW X Activity (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan X-Trail. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X Activity will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X Activity | 2011 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X Activity | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
