1999 BMW 740 vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 740 (283 HP) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 28 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 BMW 740 (419 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 740 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2900 mm |
