2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (420 HP) has 220 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 699 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mariner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (570 Nm) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (263 Nm). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Jeep | Mercury |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Mariner |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6059 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 570 Nm | 263 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1571 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 17 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |