2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Nitro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Nitro would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 740 (304 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 740 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, 2011 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Nitro. 2011 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Nitro has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Nitro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Nitro | 2011 BMW 740 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Nitro | 740 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5072 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 82 L |