2009 Mercury Mariner vs. 2010 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2010 Lincoln MKS 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lincoln MKS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lincoln MKS (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 42 kg more than 2010 Lincoln MKS.
Because 2009 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lincoln MKS. 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, 2010 Lincoln MKS (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Lincoln MKS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercury Mariner | 2010 Lincoln MKS | |
Make | Mercury | Lincoln |
Model | Mariner | MKS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1883 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5184 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1565 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2868 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |