2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2010 BMW M3
To start off, 2010 BMW M3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 40 kg more than 2010 BMW M3.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2010 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 2010 BMW M3 | |
Make | Mercury | BMW |
Model | Mountaineer | M3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.3 mm | 75.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.3 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 63 L |