2008 BMW X3 vs. 2008 Nissan Murano
To start off, both 2008 BMW X3 and 2008 Nissan Murano were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Murano. (231 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Murano weights approximately 52 kg more than 2008 BMW X3.
Because 2008 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW X3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Murano 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 Murano (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 2008 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X3 | Murano |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 82 L |
