2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2008 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mariner is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 2,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (144 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 80 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Malibu (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 2008 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Malibu | Mariner |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 87.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 78 L |