2007 Mercury Mariner vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercury Mariner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercury Mariner would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 400 kg more than 2010 BMW 125.
Because 2010 BMW 125 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 2010 BMW 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2010 BMW 125 (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Mariner. 2007 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 125 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercury Mariner | 2010 BMW 125 | |
Make | Mercury | BMW |
Model | Mariner | 125 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 53 L |