2006 Ford GT vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Ford GT 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (493 HP) has 340 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford GT weights approximately 41 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mariner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 GT (678 Nm) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford GT | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | GT | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1479 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |
