2005 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Aveo would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 862 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. 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, 2006 Mercury Mariner (206 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Aveo | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Aveo | Mariner |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1604 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 206 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1063 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |