2005 BMW X3 vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 BMW X3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X3 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2005 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW X3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X3 | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X3 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |
