2010 Mercury Mariner vs. 1999 BMW 730
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mariner is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 Mercury Mariner. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 730 weights approximately 82 kg more than 2010 Mercury Mariner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW 730 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 1999 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1999 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercury Mariner. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercury Mariner | 1999 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Mercury | BMW |
| Model | Mariner | 730 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1664 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1806 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 90 L |
