2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 4 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (480 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 1044 kg more than 2006 Mercury Mariner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 BMW X6 (779 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mariner | 2010 BMW X6 | |
Make | Mercury | BMW |
Model | Mariner | X6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 480 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 779 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1571 kg | 2615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4879 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1689 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 85 L |