2006 Hyundai Grandeur vs. 2009 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Grandeur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Grandeur would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Grandeur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Grandeur (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (151 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Grandeur should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 92 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Grandeur.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Hyundai Grandeur (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (137 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Grandeur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Grandeur | 2009 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
Model | Grandeur | Mariner |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |