2008 BMW 320 vs. 2009 BMW 318
To start off, 2009 BMW 318 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 320 would be higher. Both 2008 BMW 320 and 2009 BMW 318 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 BMW 318. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 318 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 BMW 320.
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 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 318. (181 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 320 | 2009 BMW 318 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 320 | 318 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
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 | 161 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |