2009 Mazda 6 vs. 2011 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2011 Mercury Mariner is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercury Mariner (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 6. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 249 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6. 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, 2009 Mazda 6 (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercury Mariner. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda 6 | 2011 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | 6 | Mariner |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 207 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 57 L |