2010 Mercury Mariner vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius 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 80 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 284 kg more than 2013 Toyota Prius. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercury Mariner | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Mariner | Prius |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1664 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1806 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.9 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 45 L |
