2009 Mercury Mariner vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (151 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 342 kg more than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Because 2002 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercury Mariner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback 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, 2002 Subaru Outback (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (137 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercury Mariner | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Mercury | Subaru |
Model | Mariner | Outback |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 151 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 64 L |