Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
Model | Mercury Mariner | Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.2 in | 116.0 in | -12.8 in |
Length | 174.9 in | 202.0 in | -27.1 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 79.0 in | -8.9 in |
Height | 68.0 in | 76.9 in | -8.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3258 lb. | 5265 lb. | -2007 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.5 gal. | 26.0 gal. | -9.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 41.1 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.8 in | 65.3 in | -8.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.5 in | 64.4 in | -10.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 41.3 in | 0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 39.2 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 65.2 in | -9.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.1 in | 60.6 in | -11.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 39.0 in | -3.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.9 in | -37.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 61.7 in | -61.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 49.1 in | -49.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 25.6 in | -25.6 in |
Total Legroom | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 105.9 in (over 3 rows) | -28.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.3 ft3 | 16.9 ft3 | 12.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 29.3 | 60.3 ft3 | -31 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.3 ft3 | 108.9 ft3 | -42.6 ft3 |
2006 Mercury Mariner Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
The seats have plush cushioning, lumbar control and position control. The seats are leather/vinyl (I think leather, but not sure) with center punched suede allowing some air circulation. All good for greater comfort on long trips see full Mercury Mariner review |
2006 Mercury Mariner Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid CVT AWD |
Rear seat room is limited, seats firm, but little side support see full Mercury Mariner review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
For long drives even with leather it can get uncomfortable. A little more support and padding would be good in the seat. see full Mercury Mariner review |
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV, ext. 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range |
I drive about a 1000 miles a week. After driving the Suburban for 2 months, my back problems have gone away. Feel fresh after a 3 hour drive see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
2010 | 4dr SUV, ext. 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range |
Family and cargo fit comfortably see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
HAve LT3 package with heated 10 way leather. Ergonomics and placement of controls are natural and intuitive. see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Rear seat leg room cramped. Aparently moved forward to make room for 3rd row seating. 2nd row seats should be adjustable front to back. see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |