2008 BMW 118 vs. 2007 BMW 318
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 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 318 would be higher. Both 2008 BMW 118 and 2007 BMW 318 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 318 (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 318 weights approximately 205 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, both vehicles can yield 180 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 2007 BMW 318 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 118 | 318 |
| 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 | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
