1999 BMW M5 vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,900 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW M5 (401 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. (292 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 315 kg more than 1999 BMW M5.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW M5. 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, 1999 BMW M5 (499 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. (408 Nm). This means 1999 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW M5 | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | M5 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4900 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
