2010 BMW 118 vs. 2010 BMW X5

To start off, both 2010 BMW 118 and 2010 BMW X5 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 755 kg more than 2010 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 BMW X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 118. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 118.

Compare all specifications:

2010 BMW 118 2010 BMW X5
Make BMW BMW
Model 118 X5
Year Released 2010 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 2993 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 177 HP 244 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 540 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Acceleration 0-100mph 9 seconds 7.6 seconds
Drive Type Rear AWD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1395 kg 2150 kg
Vehicle Length 4360 mm 4857 mm
Vehicle Width 1748 mm 1933 mm
Vehicle Height 1423 mm 1776 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2934 mm
Fuel Consumption 4 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 5.3 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.5 L/100km 7.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 51 L 85 L


 

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