2003 BMW 320 vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2003 BMW 320. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 298 kg more than 2003 BMW 320. 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, 2003 BMW 320 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Nitro. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 320 | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 320 | Nitro |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 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 | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1803 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4544 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2764 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |