2005 Mercury Mariner vs. 2006 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2006 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Mariner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Mariner would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP) has 299 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 149 kg more than 2006 Ascari KZ1.
Because 2006 Ascari KZ1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ascari KZ1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm). This means 2006 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mariner | 2006 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Mercury | Ascari |
| Model | Mariner | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 500 HP |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2636 mm |
