2010 Dodge Nitro vs. 2005 BMW 320
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 320 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2005 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 320.
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, 2010 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Dodge Nitro | 2005 BMW 320 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Nitro | 320 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2170 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4544 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1775 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2764 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 63 L |