2009 BMW 135 vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 5 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP) has 63 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (239 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 600 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 135 (400 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (382 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 135 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 85 L |
