2008 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, both 2008 BMW 325 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 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 100 kg more than 2008 BMW 325.
Because 2008 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 325. 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 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325. 2008 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 2008 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 325 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
