2005 BMW X3 vs. 2006 Nissan Interstar
To start off, 2006 Nissan Interstar is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW X3 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Interstar. (112 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Interstar.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW X3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Interstar. (290 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Interstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X3 | 2006 Nissan Interstar | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X3 | Interstar |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 139 km/hour |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 100 L |
