2008 Mercury Mariner vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercury Mariner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercury Mariner would be higher. At 2,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X1 (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 142 kg more than 2013 BMW X1.
Because 2013 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercury Mariner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 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, 2013 BMW X1 (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercury Mariner | 2013 BMW X1 | |
Make | Mercury | BMW |
Model | Mariner | X1 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2298 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10:01:00 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4484 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2044 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 63 L |