2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 2012 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 6 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Impala (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 42 kg more than 2006 Mercury Mariner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Impala. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Impala (355 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mariner | 2012 Chevrolet Impala | |
Make | Mercury | Chevrolet |
Model | Mariner | Impala |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1571 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |