2009 Mercury Mariner vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 675 kg more than 2005 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner 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, 2005 Renault Megane (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Mariner | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Mariner | Megane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1250 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |
