2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 2000 Tata Safari
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Tata Safari would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Tata Safari weights approximately 115 kg more than 2006 Mercury Mariner. 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, 2000 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mariner | 2000 Tata Safari | |
Make | Mercury | Tata |
Model | Mariner | Safari |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |