2006 BMW 545 vs. 2006 BMW 118
To start off, both 2006 BMW 545 and 2006 BMW 118 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc, 2006 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2006 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2006 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 545 (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 545 | 2006 BMW 118 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 545 | 118 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1995 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
