2002 Ford Explorer vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Explorer (210 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 368 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, 2002 Ford Explorer (321 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (263 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Explorer | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Explorer | Mariner |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4016 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 321 Nm | 263 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1571 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 62 L |