1998 BMW 318 vs. 2007 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2007 Mercury Mariner is newer by 9 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Mariner (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 530 kg more than 1998 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Mariner will offer significantly more control. 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 (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 318 | 2007 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 318 | Mariner |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 12.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |