2005 Mercury Mariner vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP) has 452 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 166 kg more than 2004 Porsche Carrera GT.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mariner | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Mercury | Porsche |
| Model | Mariner | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 605 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 591 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1546 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 92 L |
