2000 Ford Desert Excursion vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Desert Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Desert Excursion would be higher. At 6,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ford Desert Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 273 kg more than 2000 Ford Desert Excursion.
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, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion (576 Nm) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Desert Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Desert Excursion | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Desert Excursion | Mariner |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6800 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 262 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1571 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |