2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Camry. (147 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 187 kg more than 2008 Toyota Camry. 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 Camry. 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 (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Camry. (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mariner | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Mariner | Camry |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 147 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 12.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1571 kg | 1384 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |