1995 BMW 318 vs. 2009 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 318 would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1995 BMW 318. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 318 weights approximately 403 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer.
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 Ford Explorer (254 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 318. 2009 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 318 | 2009 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 318 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 4.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3320 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |
