2005 Mercury Mariner vs. 2000 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Oldsmobile SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Oldsmobile SS would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Oldsmobile SS (202 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2000 Oldsmobile SS (318 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm). This means 2000 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mariner | 2000 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | Mercury | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Mariner | SS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 202 HP |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
