2007 BMW X5 vs. 1994 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercury Villager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercury Villager would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (316 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 396 kg more than 1994 Mercury Villager. 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 1994 Mercury Villager. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 1994 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | X5 | Villager |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2196 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
