2010 Mercury Mariner vs. 2013 Dodge DART
To start off, 2013 Dodge DART is newer by 3 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 19 more horse power than 2013 Dodge DART. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge DART. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 225 kg more than 2013 Dodge DART. 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, 2013 Dodge DART (197 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercury Mariner. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge DART will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Mercury Mariner | 2013 Dodge DART | |
Make | Mercury | Dodge |
Model | Mariner | DART |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1664 kg | 1439 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4672 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1806 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2703 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |