2005 BMW 318 vs. 2006 BMW 120
To start off, 2006 BMW 120 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 120 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 120 weights approximately 440 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 (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 2006 BMW 120 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 318 | 120 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
