2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercury Mariner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercury Mariner would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 477 kg more than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mariner | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Mercury | Chevrolet |
| Model | Mariner | Express |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 310 HP |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 2402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 117 L |
