2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 2000 Saturn SC
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn SC would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2000 Saturn SC. (122 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 855 kg more than 2000 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Saturn SC. 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, 2006 Mercury Mariner (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn SC. (165 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mariner | 2000 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Mercury | Saturn |
| Model | Mariner | SC |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
