2007 BMW X3 vs. 2005 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pickup. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Nissan Pickup. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pickup. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2005 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X3 | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2960 mm |
