2009 Mercury Mariner vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2009 Mercury Mariner and 2009 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mariner (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 382 kg more than 2009 Mercury Mariner.
Because 2009 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. 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 (302 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. 2009 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercury Mariner | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Mariner | Polo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |