2008 Nissan Sentra vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 490 kg more than 2011 BMW X3.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 BMW X3 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Sentra | 2011 BMW X3 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Sentra | X3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |