2005 Mercury Mariner vs. 2012 BMW 520
To start off, 2012 BMW 520 is newer by 7 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, 2005 Mercury Mariner (201 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2012 BMW 520. (182 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 520 weights approximately 219 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Because 2005 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner 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, 2012 BMW 520 (270 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Mariner | 2012 BMW 520 | |
Make | Mercury | BMW |
Model | Mariner | 520 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 182 HP |
Torque | 262 Nm | 270 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1571 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |