2005 Mercury Mariner vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 is newer by 8 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X3 (296 HP) has 143 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X3 weights approximately 436 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.
Because 2013 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Mariner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 BMW X3 (407 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm). This means 2013 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 | 2013 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Mercury | BMW |
| Model | Mariner | X3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1479 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2098 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 67 L |
