2000 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2007 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2007 Mercury Mariner is newer by 7 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Malibu (168 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 545 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2007 Mercury Mariner 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, 2007 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, 2000 Chevrolet Malibu (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Malibu | 2007 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Malibu | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
