2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2008 BMW 630
To start off, 2008 BMW 630 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 630 (255 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 157 kg more than 2008 BMW 630.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 630. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 2008 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Mercury | BMW |
| Model | Mountaineer | 630 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 255 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1917 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
