2002 BMW 330 vs. 2007 BMW 118
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2007 BMW 118. 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, 2002 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118. 2007 BMW 118 has automatic transmission and 2002 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2002 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 2007 BMW 118 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 330 | 118 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
