2005 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (181 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325.
Because 2007 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2007 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 325 | Nitro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |
