2004 BMW 320 vs. 1999 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2004 BMW 320 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Villager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Villager would be higher. At 3,276 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Villager (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Villager weights approximately 205 kg more than 2004 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 320 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Villager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 BMW 320 (334 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Villager. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Villager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 320 | 1999 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 320 | Villager |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
