1999 Bentley Hunaudieres vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres would be higher. At 8,000 cc (16 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (615 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 462 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres weights approximately 525 kg more than 2006 Mercury Mariner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Bentley Hunaudieres (760 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 554 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercury |
| Model | Hunaudieres | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 8000 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 615 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 62 L |
