2009 BMW 318 vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Sentra (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 318 weights approximately 118 kg more than 2010 Nissan Sentra.
Because 2009 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 2009 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2009 BMW 318 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 318 | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 318 | Sentra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 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 | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1387 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |