2005 Mercury Mariner vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mariner (200 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 191 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. 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 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. 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, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (281 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (263 Nm). This means 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Mariner | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Mariner | Beetle |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 197 HP |
Torque | 263 Nm | 281 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1571 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4278 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2537 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |