2004 BMW 318 vs. 2009 BMW 318

To start off, 2009 BMW 318 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 318 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 318 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 318 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 BMW 318 (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318.

Compare all specifications:

2004 BMW 318 2009 BMW 318
Make BMW BMW
Model 318 318
Year Released 2004 2009
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
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 148 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 201 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.6 seconds 9.3 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1475 kg 1375 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.6 L/100km 7.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 63 L


 

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