2008 Honda Fit vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Honda Fit. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 299 kg more than 2008 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Fit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mercury Mariner (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit. 2005 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Fit has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Fit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Fit | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Fit | Mariner |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1579 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 62 L |