2004 BMW 118 vs. 2005 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2005 Holden Statesman is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 118 would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Statesman (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2004 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Statesman weights approximately 355 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, 2005 Holden Statesman (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 118 | 2005 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 118 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2950 mm |
