2008 Mercury Mariner vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mariner is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander (161 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 302 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercury Mariner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercury Mariner | 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mariner | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2298 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 60 L |
