2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 2008 MG TF
To start off, 2008 MG TF is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercury Mariner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercury Mariner would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG TF (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG TF should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 731 kg more than 2008 MG TF.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 MG TF. 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG TF. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mariner | 2008 MG TF | |
| Make | Mercury | MG |
| Model | Mariner | TF |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
