2005 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escort. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 785 kg more than 2005 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Escort. 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, 2005 Ford Escort (170 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escort | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Escort | Mariner |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |