2009 Mercury Mariner vs. 2005 Smart Coupe
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Smart Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart Coupe 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 (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 1195 kg more than 2005 Smart Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercury Mariner (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Mariner | 2005 Smart Coupe | |
| Make | Mercury | Smart |
| Model | Mariner | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 730 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 33 L |
