2008 BMW 130 vs. 2009 BMW 118
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 130 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 130 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 118 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 130 | 2009 BMW 118 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 130 | 118 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 12.0:1 |
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 | 1375 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 53 L |