2009 Mercury Mariner vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 3 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, 2009 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 699 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i20. 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 2012 Hyundai i20. 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, 2012 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercury Mariner | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Mercury | Hyundai |
Model | Mariner | i20 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1226 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |