2001 BMW 320 vs. 2011 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2011 Mercury Mariner is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercury Mariner (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2001 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 45 kg more than 2001 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW 320 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 2001 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2001 BMW 320 (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercury Mariner. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercury Mariner. 2011 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2001 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 320 | 2011 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 320 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1778 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
