1996 BMW 525 vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 525 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (293 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1996 BMW 525. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 525.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 525 | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 525 | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 293 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 85 L |