118 MPH to KMH Converter
Convert between miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (kmh) with this interactive tool
Conversion Result
Compare 118 mph with common speed references:
| Speed Reference | MPH | KMH | Comparison to 118 MPH |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average walking speed | 3.1 | 5 | 38 times slower |
| Typical city speed limit | 31.1 | 50 | 3 times slower |
| Highway speed limit (US) | 74.6 | 120 | 1.6 times slower |
| 118 MPH | 118 | 189.9 | – |
| Commercial airplane cruising | 559.2 | 900 | 4.7 times faster |
| Speed of sound | 767.3 | 1235 | 6.5 times faster |
Visual representation of 118 mph compared to other speeds:
Speed is the rate at which an object moves in a specific direction. The two most common units for measuring speed are:
- Miles per hour (mph): Primarily used in the United States and the United Kingdom.
- Kilometers per hour (kmh): Used in most countries worldwide that follow the metric system.
The conversion between these units is based on the relationship between miles and kilometers:
1 kilometer = 0.6214 miles
Therefore:
- To convert mph to kmh: kmh = mph × 1.6093
- To convert kmh to mph: mph = kmh × 0.6214
118 mph is a high speed, typically achieved by:
- High-performance sports cars and supercars
- Formula 1 racing cars on straightaways
Common speed conversions around 118 mph:
| MPH | KMH | Context |
|---|---|---|
| 100 | 160.9 | Highway speed limit in some countries |
| 110 | 177.0 | Top speed of many sedans |
| 118 | 189.9 | Typical supercar speed on the Autobahn |
| 130 | 209.2 | Fast sports car cruising speed |
| 150 | 241.4 | Top speed of many sports cars |
Features of Our 118 MPH to KMH Converter
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How to Use Our Tool
Step 1: Input Speed
Enter the speed in miles per hour in the designated field.
Step 2: Get Conversion
View the corresponding speed in kilometers per hour instantly displayed.
Step 3: Copy Results
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