2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2006 BMW 535
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 535 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 535 (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 220 kg more than 2006 BMW 535.
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, 2006 BMW 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (314 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Nitro | 2006 BMW 535 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Nitro | 535 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 16.5:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |