2011 Nissan Juke vs. 2008 BMW 330

To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Juke. (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Juke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 374 kg more than 2011 Nissan Juke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Juke. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 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 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Juke.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Nissan Juke 2008 BMW 330
Make Nissan BMW
Model Juke 330
Year Released 2011 2008
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1600 cc 2993 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 188 HP 228 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 500 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type CVT Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1342 kg 1716 kg
Vehicle Length 4125 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1765 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1570 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 61 L


 

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