2001 Mercury Cougar vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 2,543 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Cougar (196 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 67 kg more than 2012 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 118 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 2012 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar, 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 Mercury Cougar (228 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mercury Cougar | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Mercury | BMW |
Model | Cougar | 118 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2543 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 51 L |