2004 BMW 120 vs. 2009 BMW 128
To start off, 2009 BMW 128 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 120 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 128 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2004 BMW 120. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 120.
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, 2004 BMW 120 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 128. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 128.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 120 | 2009 BMW 128 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 120 | 128 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.2:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |