2010 Mercury Mariner vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mercury Mariner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mercury Mariner would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (451 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2010 Mercury Mariner. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 9 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mariner, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercury Mariner. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Mercury Mariner | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Mercury | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mariner | C |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 451 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | CVT | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1664 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4724 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1806 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2766 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 66 L |