1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 336 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mariner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Blazer | Mariner |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1579 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |