2008 Audi TT vs. 2010 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mariner is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi TT would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi TT (221 HP @ 2200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2010 Mercury Mariner. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 114 kg more than 2008 Audi TT.
Because 2008 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercury Mariner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi TT 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, 2008 Audi TT (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercury Mariner. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi TT | 2010 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | TT | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 57 L |
