2009 BMW 120 vs. 2008 BMW 318
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 318 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 48 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 318 weights approximately 120 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 2008 BMW 318 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 120 | 318 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 63 L |