1997 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP) has 192 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 151 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Corvette | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |
