2006 Ford E-250 vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Ford E-250 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-250 (226 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 351 kg more than 2006 Ford E-250.
Because 2005 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford E-250. 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 Ford E-250 (388 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-250 | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | E-250 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 62 L |
