2008 BMW 750 vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2008 BMW 750 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 750 (360 HP) has 150 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 341 kg more than 2008 BMW 750.
Because 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2008 BMW 750 (488 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 750 | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 750 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 85 L |
