1998 BMW 318 vs. 2000 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2000 Mercury Tracer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2000 Mercury Tracer.
Because 1998 BMW 318 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Tracer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 BMW 318 (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 318 | 2000 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 318 | Tracer |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1665 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |