2008 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Nissan Xterra
To start off, both 2008 BMW 330 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2008 Nissan Xterra.
Because 2008 BMW 330 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Xterra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 2008 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 330 | Xterra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |