2008 BMW 118 vs. 2007 BMW 120
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 1 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 2008 BMW 118 and 2007 BMW 120 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 120 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 118 weights approximately 35 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, 2008 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 120. 2007 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 118 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 118 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 2007 BMW 120 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 118 | 120 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| 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 | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |
