2009 BMW 545 vs. 2008 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 BMW 545 is newer by 1 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 127 kg more than 2009 BMW 545.
Because 2009 BMW 545 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 2009 BMW 545. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2009 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Mariner. 2008 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 545 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 545 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 545 | 2008 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 545 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |
