2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 234 kg more than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Ram | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Ram | Mariner |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 510 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 57 L |