2007 BMW 328 vs. 2008 Nissan X-Trail

To start off, 2008 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 328 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan X-Trail.

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, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 328 2008 Nissan X-Trail
Make BMW Nissan
Model 328 X-Trail
Year Released 2007 2008
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2995 cc 2184 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 230 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 2000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 60 L


 

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