2005 Mercury Mariner vs. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton (238 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 491 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 2005 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner 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, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mariner | 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mariner | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1579 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 90 L |
