2004 BMW 118 vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 8 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. Both 2004 BMW 118 and 2012 BMW 120 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 120 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 115 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, 2012 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 118 | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 118 | 120 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
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 | 127 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.1 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |