2005 Holden Caprice vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, both 2005 Holden Caprice 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Caprice (295 HP) has 142 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Caprice should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Because 2005 Holden Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Holden Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Holden Caprice (446 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm). This means 2005 Holden Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Caprice | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Holden | Mercury |
Model | Caprice | Mariner |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 153 HP |
Torque | 446 Nm | 206 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |