2009 Mercury Mariner vs. 2010 BMW 328
To start off, 2010 BMW 328 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercury Mariner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercury Mariner would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mariner (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 300 kg more than 2010 BMW 328. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercury Mariner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 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 Mercury Mariner (302 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 328. 2009 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercury Mariner | 2010 BMW 328 | |
Make | Mercury | BMW |
Model | Mariner | 328 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |