2009 BMW 320 vs. 2001 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercury Villager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercury Villager would be higher. At 3,276 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Villager (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Villager weights approximately 260 kg more than 2009 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 320 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 2009 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Villager, 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, 2001 Mercury Villager (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (191 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 320 | 2001 Mercury Villager | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 320 | Villager |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |