2007 BMW X3 vs. 2012 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2012 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X3 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 32 more horse power than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 391 kg more than 2007 BMW X3.
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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X3 | 2012 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | X3 | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
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 | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 65 L |