2008 Dodge Avenger vs. 2011 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2011 Mercury Mariner is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Avenger would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Avenger (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Mercury Mariner. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercury Mariner.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercury Mariner (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Avenger. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Avenger | 2011 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Avenger | Mariner |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4458 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1778 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2619 mm |