2005 Mercury Monterey vs. 2001 BMW 320
To start off, 2005 Mercury Monterey is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 320 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Monterey (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2001 BMW 320. (170 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 393 kg more than 2001 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW 320 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 2001 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Mercury Monterey (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Monterey | 2001 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Mercury | BMW |
| Model | Monterey | 320 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2049 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 63 L |
