2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 2009 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2009 Toyota iQ is newer by 3 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 (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 1065 kg more than 2009 Toyota iQ. 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 2009 Toyota iQ. 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, 2009 Toyota iQ (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mariner | 2009 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Mariner | iQ |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 2985 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 32 L |