2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 2003 Toyota Tundra
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 Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 149 kg more than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
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, 2003 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mariner | 2003 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Mariner | Tundra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1571 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3270 mm |