2011 BMW 118 vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW 118 would be higher. Both 2011 BMW 118 and 2012 BMW 116 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 116 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2011 BMW 118.
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, 2012 BMW 116 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2011 BMW 118 | 2012 BMW 116 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 118 | 116 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4239 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1421 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.4 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 51 L |