2005 BMW X3 vs. 2011 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2011 Mercury Mariner is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW X3 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X3 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Mercury Mariner. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X3 weights approximately 151 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.
Because 2005 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercury Mariner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X3 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, 2005 BMW X3 (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercury Mariner. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercury Mariner.
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2005 BMW X3 | 2011 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | X3 | Mariner |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 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 | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 57 L |