2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2008 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mariner is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 161 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2008 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Colorado | Mariner |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2769 cc | 2298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 206 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 78 L |