2008 BMW M3 vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (339 HP) has 129 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 347 kg more than 2008 BMW M3.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW M3 (365 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M3 | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | M3 | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 365 Nm | 344 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1917 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |