2009 Mercury Mariner vs. 2010 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2010 Nissan Qashqai 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mariner (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 483 kg more than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Mercury Mariner (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Mariner | 2010 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Mariner | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |
