2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 5 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 441 kg more than 2011 Mazda 6.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda 6. 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, 2011 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mariner | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Mercury | Mazda |
Model | Mariner | 6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |