2009 Nissan Titan vs. 2006 BMW 318
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 318 would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2006 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 318.
Because 2009 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Titan | 2006 BMW 318 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Titan | 318 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5551 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 63 L |