2005 BMW 325 vs. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 4,012 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. (208 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 431 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (325 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 325 | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4012 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2840 mm |