2003 Toyota Yaris 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 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Mariner (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 834 kg more than 2003 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2010 Mercury Mariner (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Yaris | 2010 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercury |
| Model | Yaris | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 57 L |
