2006 BMW 318 vs. 1998 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 BMW 318 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Patrol. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 721 kg more than 2006 BMW 318.
Because 1998 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Patrol 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, 1998 Nissan Patrol (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 318 | 1998 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 318 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2196 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
