2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1997 BMW 730
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 730 would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1997 BMW 730. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 266 kg more than 1997 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 730. (279 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1997 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Mercury | BMW |
| Model | Mountaineer | 730 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 90 L |
