2007 BMW 318 vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra is newer by 4 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Sentra (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2007 BMW 318. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 318 weights approximately 189 kg more than 2011 Nissan Sentra.
Because 2007 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 2007 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2007 BMW 318 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 318 | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 318 | Sentra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1391 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |