1992 BMW 540 vs. 2005 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2005 Mercury Monterey is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 540 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 248 kg more than 1992 BMW 540.
Because 1992 BMW 540 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 1992 BMW 540. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (357 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 540 | 2005 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 540 | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1721 kg | 1969 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |
