2006 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet HHR and 2006 Mercury Mariner were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet HHR. 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 @ 4250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet HHR | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | HHR | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
