2008 BMW X3 vs. 1999 Nissan President
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan President weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X3 | 1999 Nissan President | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | X3 | President |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 394 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3040 mm |