2005 Mercury Mariner vs. 2011 Scion xD
To start off, 2011 Scion xD 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 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 25 more horse power than 2011 Scion xD. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2011 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 388 kg more than 2011 Scion xD. 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 2011 Scion xD. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mariner | 2011 Scion xD | |
| Make | Mercury | Scion |
| Model | Mariner | xD |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1579 kg | 1191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3929 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1509 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2461 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 42 L |
