2004 BMW X3 vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW X3 would be higher. At 2,925 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW X3 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Juke. (188 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Juke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X3 weights approximately 504 kg more than 2011 Nissan Juke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 X3 (290 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm). This means 2004 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Juke.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW X3 | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X3 | Juke |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 50 L |
