2009 BMW X5 vs. 2009 BMW 118
To start off, both 2009 BMW X5 and 2009 BMW 118 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW X5 | 2009 BMW 118 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | X5 | 118 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 53 L |