2007 BMW 320 vs. 2004 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Montego (197 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Montego weights approximately 260 kg more than 2007 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Montego (272 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320. 2004 Mercury Montego has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercury Montego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 320 | 2004 Mercury Montego | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 320 | Montego |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |