2005 Acura RL vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner

To start off, both 2005 Acura RL and 2005 Mercury Mariner were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RL (300 HP) has 147 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura RL weights approximately 281 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 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, 2005 Acura RL (353 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm). This means 2005 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.

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