2009 BMW 118 vs. 2011 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2011 Nissan Titan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 118 would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118.
Because 2011 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan 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, 2011 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 118 | 2011 Nissan Titan | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 118 | Titan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 106 L |