2009 Mercury Mariner vs. 2000 Saturn L
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn L would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mariner (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2000 Saturn L. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 606 kg more than 2000 Saturn L. 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 Mercury Mariner (302 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn L. (257 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Mariner | 2000 Saturn L | |
| Make | Mercury | Saturn |
| Model | Mariner | L |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1926 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
