2006 BMW M5 vs. 2005 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2006 BMW M5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Marauder. (303 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 130 kg more than 2006 BMW M5.
Because 2006 BMW M5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Marauder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 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, 2006 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Marauder. (420 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Marauder. 2005 Mercury Marauder has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercury Marauder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M5 | 2005 Mercury Marauder | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | M5 | Marauder |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4998 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |