2005 Dodge Nitro vs. 1999 BMW 325
To start off, 2005 Dodge Nitro is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Nitro (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 290 kg more than 1999 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2005 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 325. (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Nitro | 1999 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Nitro | 325 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
