2013 BMW X1 vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, both 2013 BMW X1 and 2013 Nissan Z were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2013 BMW X1. (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X1 weights approximately 272 kg more than 2013 Nissan Z.
Because 2013 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Nissan Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 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, 2013 BMW X1 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Z. 2013 BMW X1 has automatic transmission and 2013 Nissan Z has manual transmission. 2013 Nissan Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW X1 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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| 2013 BMW X1 | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X1 | Z |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2 :1 | 11:01:00 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4484 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2044 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1545 mm | 1315 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
