2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (283 HP) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 721 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.
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 Tahoe (481 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Tahoe | Mariner |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5964 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 481 Nm | 262 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2292 kg | 1571 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |