1999 BMW 318 vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2002 Xedos 9 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1999 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Xedos 9 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1999 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 318. (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2002 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 318 | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | BMW | Xedos |
| Model | 318 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
