2010 Mercury Mariner vs. 2012 Renault Megane
To start off, 2012 Renault Megane 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 (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2012 Renault Megane. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 234 kg more than 2012 Renault Megane. 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, 2010 Mercury Mariner (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercury Mariner | 2012 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Mariner | Megane |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1664 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1806 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |
