1994 BMW 318 vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1994 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 318 weights approximately 103 kg more than 2012 Nissan Juke.
Because 2012 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke 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, 2012 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 318. (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 318 | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 318 | Juke |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1342 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |