2006 BMW X3 vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke is newer by 6 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Juke. (188 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Juke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 504 kg more than 2012 Nissan Juke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Juke. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Juke.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X3 | Juke |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 50 L |
