2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 3 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 376 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner 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 Chevrolet Traverse (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Traverse | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 62 L |
