2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 5 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 164 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.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 335. 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, 2011 BMW 335 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mariner | 2011 BMW 335 | |
Make | Mercury | BMW |
Model | Mariner | 335 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1571 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4526 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |