2009 Mercury Mariner vs. 2008 Volkswagen Commercial
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Commercial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Commercial 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) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Commercial. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Commercial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 689 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Commercial. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Volkswagen Commercial (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Commercial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Mariner | 2008 Volkswagen Commercial | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mariner | Commercial |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2461 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 2580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |
