2004 BMW 120 vs. 2008 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Xterra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 120 would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2004 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 120 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 Nissan Xterra.
Because 2004 BMW 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Xterra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 120 | 2008 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 120 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
