2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager 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 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 18 kg more than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1943 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 62 L |
