1998 BMW 318 vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada is newer by 15 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1337 kg more than 1998 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Nissan Armada 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, 2013 Nissan Armada 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, 2013 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 318 | Armada |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1893 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1981 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 105 L |
