2008 BMW 118 vs. 2011 BMW 120

To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 118 would be higher. Both 2008 BMW 118 and 2011 BMW 120 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 55 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, 2011 BMW 120 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 118 2011 BMW 120
Make BMW BMW
Model 118 120
Year Released 2008 2011
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 141 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 351 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 205 km/hour 228 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.9 seconds 7.5 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1385 kg 1440 kg
Vehicle Length 4250 mm 4250 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.7 L/100km 4.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 51 L 51 L


 

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