2000 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Malibu. (168 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 545 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Malibu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mountaineer (408 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Malibu. (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Malibu | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Malibu | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2890 mm |