2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 7 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 355 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (373 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mariner | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Mercury | Cadillac |
| Model | Mariner | ATS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |
