2004 Mercury Mariner vs. 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 2004 Mercury Mariner and 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mariner (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 256 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2004 Mercury Mariner (262 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Mariner | 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Mariner | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |