2006 BMW 118 vs. 2007 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2007 Mercury Monterey is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 118 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Monterey (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 118.
Because 2006 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 2006 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Monterey, 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, 2007 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 118 | 2007 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 118 | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 98 L |
