2000 BMW 318 vs. 2009 BMW 120
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 9 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), 2009 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (155 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2000 BMW 318. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 318 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2009 BMW 120.
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, 2009 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 318 | 2009 BMW 120 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 318 | 120 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 12.0:1 |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |