2009 BMW 125 vs. 2004 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 5 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mariner. (152 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 219 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.
Because 2004 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 125. 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, 2009 BMW 125 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mariner. 2004 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 125 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 2004 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 125 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 62 L |
