2007 BMW X3 vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2001 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, 2007 BMW X3 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X3 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
