2008 BMW X3 vs. 2008 Nissan Tiida
To start off, both 2008 BMW X3 and 2008 Nissan Tiida were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Tiida. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Tiida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 266 kg more than 2008 Nissan Tiida. 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 Tiida. 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 Nissan Tiida (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Tiida 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 Tiida | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X3 | Tiida |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1389 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 52 L |
