2007 BMW 118 vs. 2007 BMW X3
To start off, both 2007 BMW 118 and 2007 BMW X3 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 844 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.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 BMW X3 (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 118 | 2007 BMW X3 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 118 | X3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |