2009 BMW 120 vs. 2005 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 320 would be higher. Both 2009 BMW 120 and 2005 BMW 320 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 320 weights approximately 109 kg more than 2009 BMW 120.
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 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 2005 BMW 320 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 120 | 320 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
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 | 175 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 63 L |