2005 Dodge Neon vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Neon 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mariner (200 HP) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Neon. (114 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Neon.
Because 2005 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mercury Mariner (263 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Neon | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Neon | Mariner |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 152 Nm | 263 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |