1988 BMW M5 vs. 2009 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,533 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M5 (311 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 192 kg more than 1988 BMW M5.
Because 2009 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner 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, 1988 BMW M5 (360 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW M5 | 2009 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | M5 | Mariner |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3533 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |