2004 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2011 Mercury Mariner is newer by 7 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2011 Mercury Mariner. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2011 Mercury Mariner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercury Mariner. (232 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 325 | 2011 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 325 | Mariner |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 232 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |