2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 2012 Geely CK
To start off, 2012 Geely CK 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2012 Geely CK. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2012 Geely CK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 885 kg more than 2012 Geely CK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Geely CK. 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, 2006 Mercury Mariner (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Geely CK. (110 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Geely CK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mariner | 2012 Geely CK | |
| Make | Mercury | Geely |
| Model | Mariner | CK |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
