2001 BMW 318 vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 318 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (301 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2001 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER weights approximately 250 kg more than 2001 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, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 318 | 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 318 | CHALLENGER |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5023 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1449 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
