2008 Mercury Mariner vs. 2013 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2013 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 5 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota 4Runner (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 352 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 2013 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercury Mariner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2013 Toyota 4Runner (377 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercury Mariner | 2013 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Mariner | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2298 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 87 L |
