2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2002 BMW Z8
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW Z8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW Z8 would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 2002 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (360 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Nitro. 2007 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 2002 BMW Z8 has manual transmission. 2002 BMW Z8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Nitro | 2002 BMW Z8 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Nitro | Z8 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3952 cc | 4939 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 21.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 73 L |