2007 BMW 116 vs. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5
To start off, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 116. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 116 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2007 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 weights approximately 700 kg more than 2007 BMW 116. 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, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 116. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 116 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 116 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 116 | 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 116 | ActiveHybrid 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |
