2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2009 Mercury Mariner
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Aveo and 2009 Mercury Mariner were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mariner (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 803 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2009 Mercury Mariner (302 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 2009 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Aveo | Mariner |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6550 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |