2009 BMW 320 vs. 2007 BMW 318
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 318 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320.
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, 2007 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 2007 BMW 318 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 320 | 318 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
