2008 BMW 320 vs. 2004 BMW 318
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 318 would be higher. Both 2008 BMW 320 and 2004 BMW 318 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318.
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 318 (355 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 320 | 2004 BMW 318 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 320 | 318 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
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 | 148 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |