2004 BMW 118 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2004 BMW 118. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 118.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 118. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 118 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 118 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |
