2005 BMW 530 vs. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 3 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 356 kg more than 2005 BMW 530.
Because 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 530 | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 2011 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |