2006 BMW 530 vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 530 (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 530 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
