2005 BMW 545 vs. 2006 BMW 116
To start off, 2006 BMW 116 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2006 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 116.
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 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 545 | 2006 BMW 116 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 545 | 116 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |