2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 7 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (480 HP) has 241 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (239 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 606 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 BMW X6 (779 Nm) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (382 Nm). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 2012 BMW X6 | |
Make | Mercury | BMW |
Model | Mountaineer | X6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 480 HP |
Torque | 382 Nm | 779 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2009 kg | 2615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4879 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1689 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 85 L |