2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 1997 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 306 (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 775 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 306.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Peugeot 306. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1997 Peugeot 306 (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mariner | 1997 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Mariner | 306 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |
