2009 BMW M6 vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP) has 299 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 219 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
Because 2009 BMW M6 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 M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 M6 (519 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M6 | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | M6 | Mariner |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 519 Nm | 262 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1499 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |