2009 BMW M3 vs. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Mountaineer. (208 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 605 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
Because 2000 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Mountaineer. (325 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Mountaineer. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 2000 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | M3 | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 4014 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |