2011 BMW 520 vs. 2008 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 520 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 118 would be higher. Both 2011 BMW 520 and 2008 BMW 118 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 520 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2008 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, 2011 BMW 520 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2011 BMW 520 | 2008 BMW 118 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 520 | 118 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
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 | 182 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4907 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1462 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2968 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |