2007 BMW X3 vs. 2006 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Navara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Navara would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (268 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Navara. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Navara.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Navara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 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, 2006 Nissan Navara (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3. 2007 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan Navara has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan Navara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2006 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X3 | Navara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |
