2006 BMW 120 vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 BMW 120 is newer by 1 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 62 more horse power than 2006 BMW 120. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 176 kg more than 2006 BMW 120. 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 2006 BMW 120. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 120. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 120 | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 120 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 85 L |
