2001 BMW M3 vs. 2010 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2010 Nissan Titan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M3 would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (326 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Titan. (317 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Titan.
Because 2010 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Titan 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, 2010 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M3. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M3. 2010 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2001 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 BMW M3 | 2010 Nissan Titan | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | M3 | Titan |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.9 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 106 L |