2007 BMW 120 vs. 2008 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mariner is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 120 would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 575 kg more than 2007 BMW 120.
Because 2007 BMW 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mariner, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 BMW 120 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 120 | 2008 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 120 | Mariner |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |