2002 BMW 332 vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 332 would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 332 (338 HP) has 128 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 356 kg more than 2002 BMW 332.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW 332. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 332. (330 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 332 | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 332 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |
