1994 BMW 518 vs. 1998 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 518 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1994 BMW 518. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 740 kg more than 1994 BMW 518. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 518. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 518 | 1998 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 518 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |
