2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 2009 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercury Mariner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercury Mariner would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 530 kg more than 2009 BMW 320.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2009 BMW 320 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mariner | 2009 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Mercury | BMW |
| Model | Mariner | 320 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 63 L |
