2011 Mercury Mariner vs. 2008 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 Mercury Mariner is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2011 Mercury Mariner. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 506 kg more than 2011 Mercury Mariner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercury Mariner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 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, 2008 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercury Mariner. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Mercury Mariner | 2008 BMW X5 | |
Make | Mercury | BMW |
Model | Mariner | X5 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1664 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1806 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 93 L |