2005 BMW X5 vs. 2001 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercury Villager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercury Villager would be higher. At 3,276 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Villager. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2001 Mercury Villager. 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 2001 Mercury Villager. 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 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Villager. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Villager. 2001 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW X5 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW X5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercury Villager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 2001 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | X5 | Villager |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
