2008 Isuzu I-350 vs. 2009 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Isuzu I-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Isuzu I-350 would be higher. At 3,456 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Isuzu I-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Isuzu I-350 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (240 HP @ 6550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu I-350 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 465 kg more than 2008 Isuzu I-350.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Isuzu I-350 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (302 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Isuzu I-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Isuzu I-350 | 2009 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
Model | I-350 | Mariner |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3456 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6550 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 62 L |