2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Mariner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Mariner would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (260 HP) has 107 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 372 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Ford Taurus X (332 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus X | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Taurus X | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1479 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 62 L |
