1990 BMW 316 vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 316 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (293 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 316 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 293 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
