2008 Mercury Mariner vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mariner is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 452 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mariner, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercury Mariner | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mercury | Porsche |
Model | Mariner | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2298 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 64 L |