2011 BMW 116 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW 116. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW 116 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2011 BMW 116. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 795 kg more than 2011 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 116. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 116. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2011 BMW 116 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 116 | 5 Series |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4239 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 2132 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1421 mm | 1559 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |