2002 BMW 332 vs. 2006 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2006 Mercury Monterey is newer by 4 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 332 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 355 kg more than 2002 BMW 332.
Because 2006 Mercury Monterey 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, 2006 Mercury Monterey 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 Monterey (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 332. (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 332 | 2006 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 332 | Monterey |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |