2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercury Mariner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercury Mariner would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 837 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mariner | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Mariner | Polo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1550 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1088 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |