2002 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2011 Dodge Nitro is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 173 kg more than 2002 BMW 330. 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, 2002 BMW 330 (421 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Nitro. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 330 | 2011 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 330 | Nitro |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 421 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1803 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4544 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1791 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2764 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |