2009 Mercury Mariner vs. 2009 Holden Colorado
To start off, both 2009 Mercury Mariner and 2009 Holden Colorado were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Holden Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mariner (240 HP) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Holden Colorado. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2009 Holden Colorado.
Because 2009 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Holden Colorado. 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 Holden Colorado (360 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (302 Nm). This means 2009 Holden Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Mariner | 2009 Holden Colorado | |
| Make | Mercury | Holden |
| Model | Mariner | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
