2008 Mercury Mariner vs. 2010 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercury Mariner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercury Mariner would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Mariner (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 420 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Eos (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercury Mariner | 2010 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mariner | Eos |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4423 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
