2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 122 kg more than 2010 Dodge Nitro.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Nitro. 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 Dodge Nitro (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mariner | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Mercury | Dodge |
Model | Mariner | Nitro |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 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 | 1803 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4544 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2764 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 74 L |