2009 Mercury Mariner vs. 2008 Volkswagen Eos
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 Eos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Eos would be higher. At 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Eos (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 223 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Eos.
Because 2009 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Eos (319 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Eos 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 Eos | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mariner | Eos |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 3188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
