2006 BMW X5 vs. 2009 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mariner (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 90 kg more than 2006 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Mercury Mariner (302 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X5 | 2009 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | X5 | Mariner |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2981 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6550 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 62 L |