2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 2001 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 244 kg more than 2001 Toyota Avalon.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Avalon. 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, 2001 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mariner | 2001 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Mariner | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |
