2008 BMW 316 vs. 2008 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, both 2008 BMW 316 and 2008 Nissan X-Trail were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 46 kg more than 2008 BMW 316.
Because 2008 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 316. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 316 | 2008 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 316 | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2183 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1511 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |