2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 2005 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Monterey (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 124 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.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Monterey. 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, 2005 Mercury Monterey (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mariner | 2005 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercury |
| Model | Mariner | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 2049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 98 L |
