2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (400 HP) has 190 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 BMW X5 (609 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm). This means 2012 BMW X5 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 X5 | |
| Make | Mercury | BMW |
| Model | Mountaineer | X5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 400 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 85 L |
