2008 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1058 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.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Mariner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Land Rover Range Rover | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercury |
Model | Range Rover | Mariner |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 440 Nm | 262 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2557 kg | 1499 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 62 L |