2008 BMW 118 vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 619 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 118 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2840 mm |
