2008 BMW X3 vs. 2008 Nissan Micra
To start off, both 2008 BMW X3 and 2008 Nissan Micra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Micra. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 691 kg more than 2008 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW X3 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 X3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Micra, 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 X3 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Micra. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 2008 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X3 | Micra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 46 L |
