2007 BMW 120 vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 5 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 2012 BMW 118 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 118 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2007 BMW 120.
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, 2007 BMW 120 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 120 | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 120 | 118 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
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 | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4324 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |