2005 Mercury Mariner vs. 2010 BMW X3
To start off, 2010 BMW X3 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X3 (260 HP) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X3 weights approximately 249 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mariner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 X3 (305 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (263 Nm). This means 2010 BMW X3 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 X3 | |
| Make | Mercury | BMW |
| Model | Mariner | X3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 260 HP |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1571 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4569 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 67 L |
