2008 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (215 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 510 kg more than 2008 BMW 325.
Because 2008 BMW 325 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Monterey (358 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 2005 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 325 | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |
