2007 BMW M3 vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW M3 (366 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M3 | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | M3 | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1285 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |