1993 BMW 840 vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 840 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 840 (283 HP) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 271 kg more than 1993 BMW 840.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 BMW 840. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1993 BMW 840 (400 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm). This means 1993 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
1993 BMW 840 | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 840 | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 400 Nm | 344 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2011 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |