2006 BMW 318 vs. 2009 BMW 635
To start off, 2009 BMW 635 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 635 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 635 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2006 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 635 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 318.
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, 2009 BMW 635 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 635 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 318. 2009 BMW 635 has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 635 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 318 | 2009 BMW 635 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 318 | 635 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
