2003 BMW 320 vs. 2009 BMW 318
To start off, 2009 BMW 318 is newer by 6 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 2009 BMW 318 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 318 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2003 BMW 320.
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 318 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 320 | 2009 BMW 318 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 320 | 318 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
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 | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |