2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, both 2006 GMC Sierra and 2006 Mercury Mariner were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 602 kg more than 2006 Mercury Mariner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercury Mariner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Sierra | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | GMC | Mercury |
Model | Sierra | Mariner |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 2011 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 62 L |