2011 Nissan Xterra vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 Nissan Xterra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 325 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 46 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 459 kg more than 2010 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Xterra 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, 2011 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Xterra | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Xterra | 325 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4539 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1902 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
