2009 Mercury Mariner vs. 2006 BMW Z4
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (151 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 507 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4.
Because 2006 BMW Z4 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 2006 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2006 BMW Z4 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (137 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Mariner | 2006 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Mercury | BMW |
| Model | Mariner | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2170 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
