2005 Mercury Mariner vs. 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 2005 Mercury Mariner and 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 287 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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, 2005 Mercury Mariner (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. 2005 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Mariner | 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Mariner | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1579 kg | 1292 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |