2003 Mazda Washu vs. 2010 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mariner is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Washu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Washu would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Washu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Washu (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2010 Mercury Mariner. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Washu should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 99 kg more than 2003 Mazda Washu.
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, 2003 Mazda Washu (283 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercury Mariner. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Washu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mazda Washu | 2010 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | Washu | Mariner |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |