2004 BMW 318 vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, both 2004 BMW 318 and 2004 Nissan X-Trail were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 318 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2004 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 318 | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 318 | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |