2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 946 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mariner | 2004 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mariner | Colt |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 47 L |
