2009 Ferrari 612 vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 612 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 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ferrari 612. 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 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 612 | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | 612 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 62 L |
