2005 Mercury Mariner vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mariner (201 HP) has 53 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 152 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Because 2005 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. 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 (262 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mariner | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mariner | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1571 kg | 1723 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2919 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
