1990 BMW 525 vs. 2009 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 525 (185 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 285 kg more than 1990 BMW 525.
Because 2009 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 525. (240 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 525 | 2009 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 525 | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
