2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
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 Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Vectra 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 28 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 402 kg more than 2005 Opel Vectra. 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 Vectra. 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 Opel Vectra (270 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mariner | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Mariner | Vectra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1523 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |