2005 BMW 318 vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 4 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 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 318 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 2009 BMW 335 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 318 | 335 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2496 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
