2009 Mercury Mariner vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercury Mariner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercury Mariner would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 465 kg more than 2010 Audi A3.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2010 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mariner. 2009 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 2010 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2010 Audi A3 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 | 2010 Audi A3 | |
Make | Mercury | Audi |
Model | Mariner | A3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |