1996 BMW 316 vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 316 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 109 more horse power than 1996 BMW 316. (101 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 607 kg more than 1996 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 316. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 316 | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 316 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 85 L |
