2008 BMW 323 vs. 2010 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2010 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 323 would be higher. At 2,494 cc, 2008 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 323 (176 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2010 Nissan X-Trail. (137 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 323 (230 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan X-Trail. (198 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 323 | 2010 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 323 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1997 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
