2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 2013 BMW M6
To start off, 2013 BMW M6 is newer by 7 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M6 (552 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M6 weights approximately 5 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 2013 BMW M6. 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, 2013 BMW M6 (678 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mariner | 2013 BMW M6 | |
Make | Mercury | BMW |
Model | Mariner | M6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4903 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2106 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1374 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2851 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |