2005 Mercury Mariner vs. 2010 BMW 123
To start off, 2010 BMW 123 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Mariner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Mariner would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 123 (202 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 14 kg more than 2010 BMW 123.
Because 2010 BMW 123 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 2010 BMW 123. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2010 BMW 123 (400 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm). This means 2010 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Mariner | 2010 BMW 123 | |
Make | Mercury | BMW |
Model | Mariner | 123 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 202 HP |
Torque | 262 Nm | 400 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 51 L |