2008 BMW 118 vs. 2008 Dodge Nitro
To start off, both 2008 BMW 118 and 2008 Dodge Nitro were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 130 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Nitro will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 2008 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 118 | Nitro |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 74 L |
