2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2009 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mariner (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (172 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 240 kg more than 2009 Mercury Mariner.
Because 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercury Mariner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager 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, 2009 Mercury Mariner (302 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2009 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6550 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
