2003 BMW X3 vs. 2006 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2006 Nissan Titan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X3 would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2003 BMW X3. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X3 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2006 Nissan Titan.
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, 2006 Nissan Titan (514 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X3. (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW X3 | 2006 Nissan Titan | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | X3 | Titan |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 5556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 514 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 106 L |