2008 BMW X3 vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, both 2008 BMW X3 and 2008 Nissan Qashqai were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 248 kg more than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 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 X3 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Qashqai.
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2008 BMW X3 | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | X3 | Qashqai |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3001 cc | 1460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 15.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 65 L |