2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2011 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 221 kg more than 2011 BMW 118. 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (529 Nm) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 118. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 2011 BMW 118 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Mustang | 118 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4589 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 190 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 51 L |