2009 Mercury Mariner vs. 2004 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Pontiac Aztek. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Pontiac Aztek would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Aztek is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Aztek (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Aztek should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 209 kg more than 2004 Pontiac Aztek.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2004 Pontiac Aztek (285 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (184 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Aztek will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Mariner | 2004 Pontiac Aztek | |
| Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
| Model | Mariner | Aztek |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 68 L |
