2007 BMW 320 vs. 2009 BMW 130
To start off, 2009 BMW 130 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2009 BMW 130.
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, 2009 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (208 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 320 | 2009 BMW 130 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 320 | 130 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |