2005 Nissan Micra vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Micra. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 743 kg more than 2005 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Micra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 BMW X3 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Micra | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Micra | X3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 67 L |
