2004 Mercury Mariner vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 8 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mariner. (152 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 109 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2004 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Mariner | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Mariner | Passat |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1436 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4769 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2712 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |