2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 2004 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo V70 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 351 kg more than 2004 Volvo V70.
Because 2004 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercury Mariner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V70 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, 2004 Volvo V70 (340 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner. 2006 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 2004 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 2004 Volvo V70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mariner | 2004 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Mercury | Volvo |
| Model | Mariner | V70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
