2004 BMW 320 vs. 2000 BMW 318
To start off, 2004 BMW 320 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 BMW 318. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 320 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2000 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, 2004 BMW 320 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 320 | 2000 BMW 318 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 320 | 318 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
