2005 Mercury Mariner vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 6 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP) has 207 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 900 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 2011 Ford F-150 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 2011 Ford F-150. 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (515 Nm) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mariner | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Mercury | Ford |
| Model | Mariner | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 360 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1479 kg | 2379 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 98 L |
