2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 348 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X3. (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Armada | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Armada | X3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5551 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 67 L |