2006 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Citroen C3 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mariner (200 HP) has 128 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 359 kg more than 2006 Citroen C3. 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 2006 Citroen C3. 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 (263 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C3. (118 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C3 | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | C3 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
