2009 BMW X3 vs. 2011 Nissan Tiida
To start off, 2011 Nissan Tiida is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW X3 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X3 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Tiida. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Tiida.
Because 2009 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Tiida. 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 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Tiida. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Tiida. 2009 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan Tiida has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan Tiida will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW X3 | 2011 Nissan Tiida | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | X3 | Tiida |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 52 L |