2009 Mercury Mariner vs. 2005 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Pontiac G6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Pontiac G6 would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac G6 (200 HP) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 371 kg more than 2005 Pontiac G6.
Because 2009 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Pontiac G6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2005 Pontiac G6 (285 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (184 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Mariner | 2005 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
| Model | Mariner | G6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 61 L |
