2005 Ford Galaxy vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, both 2005 Ford Galaxy 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 146 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Because 2005 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Galaxy. 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 (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Galaxy. 2005 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Galaxy has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Galaxy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Galaxy | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Galaxy | Mariner |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1579 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |