1992 BMW 538 vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 538. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 538 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 538 (341 HP) has 101 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (240 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 538 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 179 kg more than 1992 BMW 538.
Because 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 538. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 1992 BMW 538 (400 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (382 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 538 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 538 | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 538 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
