2009 BMW 530 vs. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 4,012 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. (208 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 605 kg more than 2009 BMW 530.
Because 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2009 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. (325 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 530 | 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 530 | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2992 cc | 4012 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2840 mm |