2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 2000 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Celica 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 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Celica. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 452 kg more than 2000 Toyota Celica. 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 Toyota Celica. 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 (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Celica. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mariner | 2000 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Mariner | Celica |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1571 kg | 1119 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |