2002 BMW 318 vs. 2011 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2011 Ford Fusion is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 318 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Fusion (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2002 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Fusion weights approximately 129 kg more than 2002 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fusion, 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, 2011 Ford Fusion (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 318. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 318 | 2011 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 318 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |
