2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 4 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 25 kg more than 2006 Mercury Mariner. 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 2010 Aston Martin Rapide. 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, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mariner | 2010 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Mercury | Aston Martin |
| Model | Mariner | Rapide |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 90 L |
