2007 BMW X5 vs. 1991 Mercury Capri
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1991 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1991 Mercury Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Mercury Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 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 X5 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Capri. (131 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 1991 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | X5 | Capri |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |
