2009 Mercury Mariner vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Polo 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 111 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 751 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. 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 2007 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (302 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mariner. 2009 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Mariner | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mariner | Polo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1174 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
