2005 BMW 318 vs. 2006 BMW 335
To start off, 2006 BMW 335 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 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 335 weights approximately 125 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, 2006 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318. 2006 BMW 335 has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 2006 BMW 335 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 318 | 335 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
