2005 BMW 318 vs. 2005 BMW 520

To start off, both 2005 BMW 318 and 2005 BMW 520 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 520 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 520 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 BMW 318 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 520.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 318 2005 BMW 520
Make BMW BMW
Model 318 520
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 2171 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 113 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1555 kg 1670 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 70 L


 

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