2000 BMW Z9 vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z9 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z9 (282 HP) has 72 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 231 kg more than 2000 BMW Z9.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 BMW Z9 (440 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm). This means 2000 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | Z9 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2900 mm |
