2006 BMW 118 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 7 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (316 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2006 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 5 kg more than 2006 BMW 118. 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 118 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 118 | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |