2008 BMW 335 vs. 2012 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2012 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 335 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 776 kg more than 2008 BMW 335.
Because 2012 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. 2008 BMW 335 has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 335 | 2012 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 335 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
