2006 BMW X3 vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, both 2006 BMW X3 and 2006 Nissan Pathfinder were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 310 kg more than 2006 BMW X3.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 BMW X3 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X3 | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | X3 | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 2235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |