2008 Mercury Mariner vs. 2006 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mariner is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Galaxy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Galaxy would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Galaxy (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 242 kg more than 2006 Ford Galaxy.
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, 2006 Ford Galaxy (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercury Mariner | 2006 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Mercury | Ford |
| Model | Mariner | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1683 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
