2009 Mercury Mariner vs. 2011 Saab 9-4X
To start off, 2011 Saab 9-4X 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Saab 9-4X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 9-4X (265 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Mariner.
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, both vehicles can yield 302 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Mariner | 2011 Saab 9-4X | |
| Make | Mercury | Saab |
| Model | Mariner | 9-4X |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
