2009 Mercury Mariner vs. 2008 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Suzuki Splash. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Suzuki Splash 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 60 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Splash. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Splash. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 875 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Splash. 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 2008 Suzuki Splash. 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, 2009 Mercury Mariner (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Splash. (118 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Mariner | 2008 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
| Model | Mariner | Splash |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
