2004 BMW 318 vs. 2003 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Statesman (316 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Statesman weights approximately 280 kg more than 2004 BMW 318. 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 Holden Statesman (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318. 2003 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 318 | 2003 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 318 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 5667 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |
