2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 2005 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Tigra would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Opel Tigra. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 720 kg more than 2005 Opel Tigra. 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 Opel Tigra. 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 (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Tigra. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mariner | 2005 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Mariner | Tigra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1370 mm |