2005 Mercury Mariner vs. 2011 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Mariner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Mariner would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet HHR (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 148 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet HHR.
Because 2005 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet HHR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mercury Mariner (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet HHR. 2005 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 2011 Chevrolet HHR has manual transmission. 2011 Chevrolet HHR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Mercury Mariner | 2011 Chevrolet HHR | |
Make | Mercury | Chevrolet |
Model | Mariner | HHR |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1579 kg | 1431 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4475 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1603 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2629 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |