2009 Mercury Mariner vs. 2013 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 4 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 7 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. (146 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 620 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. 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 2013 Hyundai Elantra. 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, 2009 Mercury Mariner (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. (178 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Mariner | 2013 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Mercury | Hyundai |
| Model | Mariner | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |
