2009 Mercury Mariner vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mariner (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 294 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercury Mariner | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Mariner | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4426 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1809 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1703 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |