2007 BMW 650 vs. 2004 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2007 BMW 650 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Mariner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Mariner would be higher. At 4,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mariner. (152 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 650 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2004 Mercury Mariner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 650. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2007 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 650 | 2004 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 650 | Mariner |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4798 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |