2005 BMW 525 vs. 1995 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercury Villager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercury Villager would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercury Villager weights approximately 300 kg more than 2005 BMW 525.
Because 2005 BMW 525 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 2005 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 1995 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 525 | Villager |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
