2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 2010 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 3008 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 3008 (154 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 3008 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Peugeot 3008 (240 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mariner | 2010 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Mariner | 3008 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2613 mm |
