2012 BMW 118 vs. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3
To start off, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 BMW 118 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2012 BMW 118. 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, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 118 | 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 118 | ActiveHybrid 3 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 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 | 143 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4239 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1421 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.3 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 57 L |
