2006 Ford Escape vs. 2008 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mariner is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (155 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 210 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercury Mariner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape 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, both vehicles can yield 168 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2008 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Escape | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 57 L |
