2006 BMW 325 vs. 2007 BMW 118
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2007 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, 2006 BMW 325 (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (181 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2007 BMW 118 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | 118 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
