1994 Mercury Capri vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 1360 kg more than 1994 Mercury Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mercury Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 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, 2012 BMW X5 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mercury Capri | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Mercury | BMW |
| Model | Capri | X5 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2933 mm |
