2008 Mercury Mariner vs. 2011 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XF is newer by 3 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XF (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XF weights approximately 13 kg more than 2008 Mercury Mariner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Jaguar XF is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Jaguar XF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mariner, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Jaguar XF (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercury Mariner | 2011 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Mercury | Jaguar |
| Model | Mariner | XF |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2298 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |
