2009 BMW 116 vs. 2006 BMW 130
To start off, 2009 BMW 116 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 130 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2009 BMW 116. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 116.
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, 2006 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 116. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 116. 2006 BMW 130 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 116 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 116 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 116 | 2006 BMW 130 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 116 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 53 L |
