2004 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 559 kg more than 2004 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (339 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 330 | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 330 | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |