2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 175 kg more than 2006 Mercury Mariner. 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 Infiniti M. 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 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mariner | 2012 Infiniti M | |
Make | Mercury | Infiniti |
Model | Mariner | M |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1571 kg | 1746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |