2003 BMW 530 vs. 2004 BMW 118
To start off, 2004 BMW 118 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2004 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 530 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2004 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, 2003 BMW 530 (501 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 530 | 2004 BMW 118 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 530 | 118 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |