2009 BMW 120 vs. 2006 BMW 116
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 116. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 116 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2006 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, 2009 BMW 120 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 2006 BMW 116 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 120 | 116 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |