2007 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2006 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 77 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
Because 2006 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2007 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan X-Trail. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 2006 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 330 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
