2009 Mercury Mariner vs. 2007 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mariner (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 626 kg more than 2007 Toyota Prius. 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercury Mariner | 2007 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Mariner | Prius |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1926 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 3.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |