2008 BMW X3 vs. 2004 BMW 118
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 118 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2004 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, 2008 BMW X3 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 2004 BMW 118 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | X3 | 118 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 50 L |
