2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mariner (201 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 663 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Mariner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
| Model | Terracan | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
