2011 Nissan Xterra vs. 2009 BMW 320
To start off, 2011 Nissan Xterra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 320 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 359 kg more than 2009 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Nissan Xterra | 2009 BMW 320 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Xterra | 320 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1879 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4539 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1902 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |