2008 Subaru Impreza vs. 2010 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mariner is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2010 Mercury Mariner. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 259 kg more than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2008 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercury Mariner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza 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, 2008 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercury Mariner. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Subaru Impreza | 2010 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Subaru | Mercury |
Model | Impreza | Mariner |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |