2000 BMW 318 vs. 2002 BMW 318
To start off, 2002 BMW 318 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 318 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 318 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2000 BMW 318.
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, 2002 BMW 318 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 318. 2002 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 318 | 2002 BMW 318 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 318 | 318 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
