2008 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2004 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Mariner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Mariner would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva (228 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mariner. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 395 kg more than 2004 Mercury Mariner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercury Mariner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mariner.
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2008 Chevrolet Captiva | 2004 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Captiva | Mariner |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |