2007 Nissan Navara vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 5 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X1 (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 559 kg more than 2012 BMW X1.
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 (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X1. (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X1. 2012 BMW X1 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. 2012 BMW X1 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Navara | 2012 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Navara | X1 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2124 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4454 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
