2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 1999 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 81 kg more than 1999 Subaru Outback. 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 Mercury Mariner (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Outback. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mariner | 1999 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Mercury | Subaru |
Model | Mariner | Outback |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1571 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |