2007 BMW M vs. 2000 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2007 BMW M is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Xterra.
Because 2000 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Xterra 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 M (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M | 2000 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
