2004 Mercury Mariner vs. 2011 Saab 9-4X
To start off, 2011 Saab 9-4X is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Mariner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Mariner would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Saab 9-4X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 9-4X (265 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mariner. (152 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mariner.
Because 2004 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Saab 9-4X. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2011 Saab 9-4X (302 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 9-4X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Mariner | 2011 Saab 9-4X | |
| Make | Mercury | Saab |
| Model | Mariner | 9-4X |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
