2006 BMW X3 vs. 2010 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mariner is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW X3 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2010 Mercury Mariner. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 304 kg more than 2006 BMW X3.
Because 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercury Mariner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 BMW X3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercury Mariner. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X3 | 2010 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | X3 | Mariner |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 57 L |