2007 BMW X3 vs. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X3 would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. (207 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 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, 2007 BMW X3 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. (254 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | X3 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
