2007 BMW 120 vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 120 would be higher. Both 2007 BMW 120 and 2010 BMW 120 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 84 kg more than 2007 BMW 120. 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, 2010 BMW 120 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 120. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 120 | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 120 | 120 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |