2010 Mercury Mariner vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 2 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Mariner (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 31 kg more than 2012 Ford Mondeo. 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 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercury Mariner. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercury Mariner. 2010 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2012 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercury Mariner | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Mercury | Ford |
| Model | Mariner | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4458 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1806 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 59 L |
