2004 Mercury Mariner vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Mariner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Mariner would be higher. 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 96 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 346 kg more than 2005 Skoda Fabia. 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 @ 4850 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia. 2004 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 2005 Skoda Fabia has manual transmission. 2005 Skoda Fabia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Mariner | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Mercury | Skoda |
| Model | Mariner | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
