2009 BMW 323 vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 BMW 323 is newer by 4 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 35 more horse power than 2009 BMW 323. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 323.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 323. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 323. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 323 | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 323 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 85 L |
