2009 BMW 125 vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 448 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Xterra (334 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 125 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 73 L |
