2009 Dodge Journey vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Dodge Journey is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercury Mariner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercury Mariner would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Journey weights approximately 613 kg more than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Journey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner 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, 2009 Dodge Journey (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Journey | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Journey | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 12.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2538 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 57 L |
