2005 Mercury Mariner vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 7 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP) has 198 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Mariner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm) has 823 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mariner | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Mercury | Ford |
| Model | Mariner | F-450 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 399 HP |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 4379 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 142 L |
