2006 BMW 318 vs. 2006 Nissan Sentra
To start off, both 2006 BMW 318 and 2006 Nissan Sentra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Sentra (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 318.
Because 2006 BMW 318 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Sentra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Sentra (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 318 | 2006 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 318 | Sentra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |