1999 BMW 318 vs. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 318 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1999 BMW 318. (192 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 733 kg more than 1999 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 318. (355 Nm). This means 2011 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 318. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 318 | 2011 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 318 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2008 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1829 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
