2005 Mercury Mariner vs. 2009 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G6 is newer by 4 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 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac G6 (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 406 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 2009 Pontiac G6. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G6. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mariner | 2009 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
| Model | Mariner | G6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |
