2008 BMW 523 vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2008 BMW 523 is newer by 2 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 425 kg more than 2008 BMW 523.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 523. 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, 2008 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 523 | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 523 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
