2008 Chrysler Aspen vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Aspen is newer by 2 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Aspen (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Aspen weights approximately 244 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.
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 Chrysler Aspen (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Aspen | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Aspen | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 62 L |
