2002 Ferrari 360 vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,573 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 231 kg more than 2002 Ferrari 360.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ferrari 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner 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, 2002 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari 360 | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | 360 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3573 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 62 L |
