2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avensis 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 (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 590 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis. 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 2003 Toyota Avensis. 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 (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mariner | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Mariner | Avensis |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |