2008 BMW 318 vs. 2008 Nissan Xterra
To start off, both 2008 BMW 318 and 2008 Nissan Xterra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 900 kg more than 2008 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Xterra 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 Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 318 | 2008 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 318 | Xterra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |