2011 BMW 120 vs. 2009 BMW 130

To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 130 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 130 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2011 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2011 BMW 120 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 130. (316 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 130.

Compare all specifications:

2011 BMW 120 2009 BMW 130
Make BMW BMW
Model 120 130
Year Released 2011 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 2996 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 175 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 351 Nm 316 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 88 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 228 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.5 seconds 6 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1440 kg 1450 kg
Vehicle Length 4250 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.9 L/100km 8.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 51 L 53 L


 

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