2006 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2005 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Marauder (303 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Impala. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 2005 Mercury Marauder is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Mercury Marauder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Impala, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Marauder (420 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Impala. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Impala | 2005 Mercury Marauder | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Impala | Marauder |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3884 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |