2003 BMW 320 vs. 2007 BMW 120
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 320 would be higher. Both 2003 BMW 320 and 2007 BMW 120 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 320 (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 320 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2007 BMW 120. 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, 2003 BMW 320 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 320 | 2007 BMW 120 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 320 | 120 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |