1996 BMW 730 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 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 730 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 330 kg more than 1996 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 730 | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 730 | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |