2005 Mercury Mariner vs. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (233 HP) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 811 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.
Because 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Mariner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Mariner | 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Mariner | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 233 HP |
Torque | 262 Nm | 434 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 96 L |