2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 2012 Chrysler Delta
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Delta is newer by 6 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2012 Chrysler Delta. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2012 Chrysler Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 526 kg more than 2012 Chrysler Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2012 Chrysler Delta (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mariner | 2012 Chrysler Delta | |
| Make | Mercury | Chrysler |
| Model | Mariner | Delta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
