2006 Lexus RX 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 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus RX would be higher. At 3,314 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus RX (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 385 kg more than 2006 Lexus RX.
Because 2009 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lexus RX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner 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 Lexus RX (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lexus RX | 2009 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Lexus | Mercury |
Model | RX | Mariner |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3314 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |