2009 Mercury Mariner vs. 2008 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 3,189 cc, 2008 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 430 kg more than 2009 Mercury Mariner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercury Mariner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Mariner | 2008 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Mercury | Porsche |
| Model | Mariner | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 3189 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 100 L |
