2009 BMW 118 vs. 2006 BMW 318
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 318 would be higher. Both 2009 BMW 118 and 2006 BMW 318 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 141 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 318 weights approximately 89 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 318. 2006 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 118 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 118 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 118 | 2006 BMW 318 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 118 | 318 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| 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 | 141 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 63 L |
