1998 BMW 323 vs. 2013 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2013 Nissan Juke is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 323 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Juke (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 BMW 323. (170 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 323 weights approximately 117 kg more than 2013 Nissan Juke.
Because 2013 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 323. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1998 BMW 323 (246 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm). This means 1998 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Juke.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 323 | 2013 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 323 | Juke |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
