2009 Jeep Compass vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (156 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 532 kg more than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Jeep Compass. 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, 2006 Mercury Mariner (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (141 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercury |
| Model | Compass | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1925 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
