2004 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler Sebring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler Sebring would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Sebring. (200 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 283 kg more than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chrysler Sebring. 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, 2006 Mercury Mariner (262 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Sebring. (258 Nm). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Sebring | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Sebring | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 62 L |
