2007 BMW 730 vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer

To start off, 2007 BMW 730 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 730 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 105 kg more than 2007 BMW 730.

Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 730.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 730 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
Make BMW Mercury
Model 730 Mountaineer
Year Released 2007 2006
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 3996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 255 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 344 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3700 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 9.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1820 kg 1925 kg
Vehicle Length 5180 mm 4920 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 3140 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.1 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 85 L


 

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