2007 BMW 118 vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Xedos 9 weights approximately 355 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 118 | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
Make | BMW | Xedos |
Model | 118 | 9 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |