2009 Mercury Mariner vs. 2011 BMW 135
To start off, 2011 BMW 135 is newer by 2 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), 2011 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 275 kg more than 2011 BMW 135.
Because 2009 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2011 BMW 135 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (302 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mariner. 2009 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 135 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 135 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 | 2011 BMW 135 | |
Make | Mercury | BMW |
Model | Mariner | 135 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
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 | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4361 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 53 L |