2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 226 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mariner | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Mercury | Subaru |
Model | Mariner | Impreza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1571 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1988 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2645 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |