2005 BMW X3 vs. 2005 Nissan Almera
To start off, both 2005 BMW X3 and 2005 Nissan Almera were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X3 (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Almera. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X3 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Almera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 BMW X3 (420 Nm) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Almera. (138 Nm). This means 2005 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X3 | 2005 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X3 | Almera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1597 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1835 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |
