2002 BMW 740 vs. 2007 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 740 (254 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Nitro.
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 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 740 | 2007 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 740 | Nitro |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3901 cc | 3699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 74 L |