2004 Subaru Forester vs. 2011 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2011 Mercury Mariner is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercury Mariner (177 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Forester. (162 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 244 kg more than 2004 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercury Mariner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Forester 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, 2004 Subaru Forester (225 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercury Mariner. (184 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercury Mariner.
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2004 Subaru Forester | 2011 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Subaru | Mercury |
Model | Forester | Mariner |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 177 HP |
Torque | 225 Nm | 184 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |