2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 469 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |
