2007 BMW 116 vs. 2009 BMW 130
To start off, 2009 BMW 130 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 116. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 116 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 (262 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2007 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 130 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2007 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, 2009 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 116 | 2009 BMW 130 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 116 | 130 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |