2006 BMW 118 vs. 2005 BMW 730
To start off, 2006 BMW 118 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 730 (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2006 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 118 weights approximately 46 kg more than 2005 BMW 730.
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 730 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 118 | 2005 BMW 730 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 118 | 730 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |