2006 BMW 325 vs. 2002 BMW 318
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2002 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 BMW 318 (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2002 BMW 318 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | 318 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
