2007 Mercury Monterey vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercury Monterey 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 58 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118.
Because 2012 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 2012 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercury Monterey | 2012 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Mercury | BMW |
| Model | Monterey | 118 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 51 L |
