2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 2008 Toyota Auris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Auris 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, 2006 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Auris. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Auris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 630 kg more than 2008 Toyota Auris. 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 2008 Toyota Auris. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Auris. (130 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Auris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mariner | 2008 Toyota Auris | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Mariner | Auris |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
