2007 Nissan Navara vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Navara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Navara would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 257 kg more than 2011 BMW X3.
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 Nissan Navara (404 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW X3. (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW X3. 2011 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Navara has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Navara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Navara | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Navara | X3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 404 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2122 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |
