2001 BMW M3 vs. 2011 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2011 Dodge Nitro is newer by 10 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (326 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Nitro. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 177 kg more than 2001 BMW M3.
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 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M3. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M3. 2011 Dodge Nitro 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. 2011 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW M3 | 2011 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | M3 | Nitro |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4544 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1791 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2764 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |