2009 BMW 320 vs. 2007 BMW 320
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 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 320 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 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 320 (330 Nm @ 200 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (191 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 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 320 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 320 | 320 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
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 | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |