2006 BMW 545 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 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 545 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2010 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 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 545 | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 545 | 118 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |