1992 BMW 332 vs. 2009 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 332 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 251 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Nitro (410 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 2009 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 332 | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2774 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 74 L |
