2003 BMW 530 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 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 530 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2003 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 530.
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 530 (501 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Nitro. (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Nitro. 2010 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 530 | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 530 | Nitro |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4544 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2764 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |