2009 Mercury Mariner vs. 2011 Ford Edge
To start off, 2011 Ford Edge is newer by 2 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), 2011 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Edge (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Edge weights approximately 21 kg more than 2009 Mercury Mariner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Edge. 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, 2011 Ford Edge (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Mariner | 2011 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Mercury | Ford |
| Model | Mariner | Edge |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| 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 | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |
