2008 BMW 118 vs. 2004 BMW 525
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 534 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. 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, 2004 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (181 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 2004 BMW 525 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 118 | 525 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| 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 | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
