2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2012 BMW 525
To start off, 2012 BMW 525 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (239 HP) has 22 more horse power than 2012 BMW 525. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 525.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 525 (450 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (382 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 2012 BMW 525 | |
Make | Mercury | BMW |
Model | Mountaineer | 525 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 382 Nm | 450 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |