2005 BMW 530 vs. 2007 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2007 Mercury Monterey is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 530 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 201 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Because 2005 BMW 530 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 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Monterey, 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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 530 (410 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Monterey. (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 2007 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 530 | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
