2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 2004 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Frontera weights approximately 149 kg more than 2006 Mercury Mariner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Opel Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mariner | 2004 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Mariner | Frontera |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1571 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |