2009 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Mariner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Mariner would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 251 kg more than 2009 BMW 325.
Because 2005 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 325 (271 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 325 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
