2005 Mercury Mariner vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 3 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mariner (200 HP) has 95 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (105 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 126 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (146 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Mariner | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
Model | Mariner | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 105 HP |
Torque | 263 Nm | 146 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1571 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 56 L |