2006 BMW 118 vs. 2008 BMW 525
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 118 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2006 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 118 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2008 BMW 525.
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, 2008 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 118 | 2008 BMW 525 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 118 | 525 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |