2004 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mariner (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 216 kg more than 2004 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercury Mariner (302 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2009 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 325 | 2009 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 325 | Mariner |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6550 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 302 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1926 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |