2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 2005 Mini Cooper

To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Mini Cooper. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2005 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 281 kg more than 2005 Mini Cooper. 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 Mini Cooper. 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, 2006 Mercury Mariner (262 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini Cooper. (221 Nm). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini Cooper.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Mercury Mariner 2005 Mini Cooper
Make Mercury Mini
Model Mariner Cooper
Year Released 2006 2005
Body Type SUV Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2999 cc 1606 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 262 Nm 221 Nm
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 77 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 86 mm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1571 kg 1290 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 3660 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.2 L/100km 7.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.4 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 50 L


 

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