2006 BMW 318 vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 4 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. Both 2006 BMW 318 and 2010 BMW 118 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 BMW 318. 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, 2010 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 318 | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 318 | 118 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |