2005 Infiniti M vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, both 2005 Infiniti M 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (276 HP) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 244 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Infiniti M (366 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Infiniti M | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Infiniti | Mercury |
Model | M | Mariner |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 366 Nm | 262 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1571 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |