1998 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1998 BMW 330. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 261 kg more than 2012 Nissan Juke.
Because 1998 BMW 330 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Juke.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 330 | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 330 | Juke |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |