2003 BMW X3 vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 5 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2003 BMW X3. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X3 weights approximately 394 kg more than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder.
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 X3 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW X3 | 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | X3 | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 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 | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |