2012 BMW X1 xDrive18d vs. 2012 BMW X1 xDrive20d
To start off, both 2012 BMW X1 xDrive18d and 2012 BMW X1 xDrive20d were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2012 BMW X1 xDrive18d and 2012 BMW X1 xDrive20d are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X1 xDrive20d (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2012 BMW X1 xDrive18d. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 xDrive20d should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X1 xDrive18d. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 xDrive20d weights approximately 20 kg more than 2012 BMW X1 xDrive18d. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 X1 xDrive20d (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X1 xDrive18d. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 xDrive20d will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X1 xDrive18d. 2012 BMW X1 xDrive20d has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW X1 xDrive18d has manual transmission. 2012 BMW X1 xDrive18d will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X1 xDrive20d will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW X1 xDrive18d | 2012 BMW X1 xDrive20d | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | X1 | X1 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| 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 | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4454 mm | 4454 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1798 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1545 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 61 L |
