2006 BMW 130 vs. 2008 BMW 118
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 130 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118.
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, 2006 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 130 | 2008 BMW 118 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 130 | 118 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
