2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 2002 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 406 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 49 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 406. (152 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 149 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 406. 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 2002 Peugeot 406. 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 406. (210 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mariner | 2002 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Mariner | 406 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1571 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
