2012 BMW 116 vs. 2004 BMW 318
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 318 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 318 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2012 BMW 116. 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, 2012 BMW 116 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 116 | 2004 BMW 318 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 116 | 318 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4239 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1421 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 63 L |
