2009 BMW 745 vs. 2007 Dodge Nitro

To start off, 2009 BMW 745 is newer by 2 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 745 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, 2009 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Nitro.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 745 2007 Dodge Nitro
Make BMW Dodge
Model 745 Nitro
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4396 cc 3699 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 328 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 319 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5180 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 3140 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 74 L


 

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