2006 Hummer H1 vs. 2004 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Hummer H1 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Mariner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Mariner would be higher. At 6,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Hummer H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hummer H1 (300 HP) has 148 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mariner. (152 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H1 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hummer H1 weights approximately 1727 kg more than 2004 Mercury Mariner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Hummer H1 (705 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hummer H1 | 2004 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Hummer | Mercury |
| Model | H1 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6604 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 152 HP |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3272 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 195 L | 62 L |
