2006 BMW X3 vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW X3 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Because 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 BMW X3 (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 2007 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X3 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |
