2005 Nissan Patrol 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 Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 325 kg more than 2012 BMW X3.
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 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Patrol | X3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2988 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |
