2009 BMW X3 vs. 2009 Nissan Livina
To start off, both 2009 BMW X3 and 2009 Nissan Livina were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X3 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Livina weights approximately 590 kg more than 2009 BMW X3.
Because 2009 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Livina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 BMW X3 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Livina. (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Livina.
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2009 BMW X3 | 2009 Nissan Livina | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | X3 | Livina |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 52 L |