2006 BMW 318 vs. 2005 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2006 BMW 318 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Nitro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Nitro 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 67 more horse power than 2006 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 470 kg more than 2006 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Nitro 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, 2005 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, 2005 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 318. 2005 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 318 | 2005 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 318 | Nitro |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
