1999 BMW 318 vs. 2005 Ford F-150
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 318 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1999 BMW 318. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 965 kg more than 1999 BMW 318. 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (495 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 318. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 318 | 2005 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 318 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 2363 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |
