2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2004 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox 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 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (186 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mariner. (152 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 284 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 2004 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Equinox | Mariner |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 62 L |