2001 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar X-Type (194 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 16 kg more than 2005 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, 2001 Jaguar X-Type (244 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar X-Type | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
| Model | X-Type | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 62 L |
