2008 BMW 320 vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 2 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 500 kg more than 2008 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 320. 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 (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (201 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 320 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |
