2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 118 kg more than 2011 BMW X3.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW X3 (406 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (395 Nm). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Pathfinder | X3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2033 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |
