2005 Mercury Mariner vs. 2004 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mariner (200 HP) has 138 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 391 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. 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 Mercury Mariner (263 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mariner | 2004 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
| Model | Mariner | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1571 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
