2005 BMW X5 vs. 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis. (149 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 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, 2005 BMW X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | X5 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 90 L |
