2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 8,100 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 565 kg more than 2006 Mercury Mariner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Suburban (617 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Suburban | Mariner |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8100 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 617 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2630 mm |