1995 BMW M5 vs. 2007 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2007 Mercury Mariner is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 200 kg more than 1995 BMW M5.
Because 1995 BMW M5 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 1995 BMW M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Mariner, 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, 1995 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Mariner. 2007 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M5 | 2007 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | M5 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3794 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |
