2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2006 BMW 318
To start off, 2006 BMW 318 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 318 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 318. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 2006 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Explorer | 318 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 63 L |
