1998 BMW 318 vs. 2008 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 318 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 2008 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 318 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1893 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 523 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 106 L |
