2007 BMW 118 vs. 2002 Ford F-250
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1120 kg more than 2007 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (181 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118. 2002 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 118 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 118 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 118 | 2002 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 118 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3490 mm |
