2003 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 759 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, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Suburban | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Suburban | Mariner |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5327 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1571 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 62 L |