2005 Mercury Mariner vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 8 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (256 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 412 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Mariner | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Mariner | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1579 kg | 1991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 74 L |