2008 Citroen C-Crosser vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2008 Citroen C-Crosser is newer by 2 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, 2008 Citroen C-Crosser (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C-Crosser should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 100 kg more than 2008 Citroen C-Crosser.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Citroen C-Crosser (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C-Crosser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C-Crosser | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | C-Crosser | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
