2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 2012 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2012 Dodge Journey 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Journey (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 205 kg more than 2012 Dodge Journey.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Dodge Journey. 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, 2012 Dodge Journey (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mariner | 2012 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Mercury | Dodge |
| Model | Mariner | Journey |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1692 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 78 L |
