2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2008 Citroen Xsara 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, 2006 Mercury Mariner (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 709 kg more than 2008 Citroen Xsara. 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 2008 Citroen Xsara. 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, 2008 Citroen Xsara (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | Xsara | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1216 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |
