2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 1 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (449 HP) has 296 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Because 2005 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Aston Martin DB9. 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, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercury |
| Model | DB9 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
