2007 BMW 318 vs. 2009 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 318 would be higher. At 3,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 BMW 318. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 318 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 Dodge Nitro.
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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 318. 2009 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 318 | 2009 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 318 | Nitro |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |
