2004 BMW 318 vs. 2009 BMW 118
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 318 would be higher. Both 2004 BMW 318 and 2009 BMW 118 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 118 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 318 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2009 BMW 118.
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 318 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 318 | 2009 BMW 118 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 318 | 118 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| 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 | 113 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |
