2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo XC70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo XC70 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 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC70. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 114 kg more than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volvo XC70 (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mariner | 2005 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Mercury | Volvo |
Model | Mariner | XC70 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2519 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1571 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |