2008 BMW 120 vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2008 BMW 120 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 BMW 120. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 120 weights approximately 54 kg more than 2001 Nissan X-Trail.
Because 2001 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2008 BMW 120 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 120 | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 120 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1290 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
