2003 Nissan Almera vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Almera. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 700 kg more than 2003 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Nissan Almera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 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, 2011 BMW X3 (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Almera. (175 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Almera. 2011 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 2003 Nissan Almera has manual transmission. 2003 Nissan Almera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Almera | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Almera | X3 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |
