2007 BMW X3 vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 2 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, 2007 BMW X3 (268 HP) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 196 kg more than 2007 BMW X3.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (315 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | X3 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 85 L |
