2008 BMW 320 vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 2 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 2010 BMW 118 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 118 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2010 BMW 118.
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, 2010 BMW 118 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 2010 BMW 118 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 320 | 118 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| 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 | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |
