2011 Dodge Nitro vs. 2012 BMW 318
To start off, 2012 BMW 318 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Dodge Nitro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Dodge Nitro would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2012 BMW 318. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 308 kg more than 2012 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 BMW 318 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Nitro. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Nitro. 2011 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Dodge Nitro | 2012 BMW 318 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Nitro | 318 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1803 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4544 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1791 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2764 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 57 L |