1996 BMW 318 vs. 2002 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2002 Ford Econovan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 318 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 318 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2002 Ford Econovan. 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, 1996 BMW 318 (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 318 | 2002 Ford Econovan | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 318 | Econovan |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2210 mm |
