2006 BMW 118 vs. 2006 Nissan 1400
To start off, both 2006 BMW 118 and 2006 Nissan 1400 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 118 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 118 weights approximately 261 kg more than 2006 Nissan 1400. 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, 2006 BMW 118 (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 1400. 2006 BMW 118 has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan 1400 has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 118 | 2006 Nissan 1400 | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 118 | 1400 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1397 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |