2001 BMW 318 vs. 1993 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2001 BMW 318 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 BMW 318. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 318 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1993 Mercury Tracer.
Because 2001 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 2001 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 2001 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 318 | 1993 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 318 | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
