2008 Jaguar XKR vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XKR 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XKR (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 236 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XKR.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jaguar XKR. 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 Jaguar XKR (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar XKR | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
Model | XKR | Mariner |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1689 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 62 L |