2010 BMW 118 vs. 2008 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Navara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Navara would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 118 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Navara weights approximately 637 kg more than 2010 BMW 118.
Because 2008 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Navara 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, 2008 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 118. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 118 | 2008 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 118 | Navara |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1423 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |
