2011 Mercury Mariner vs. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2011 Mercury Mariner is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2011 Mercury Mariner. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 156 kg more than 2011 Mercury Mariner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercury Mariner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercury Mariner. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Mercury Mariner | 2001 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Mercury | Vauxhall |
Model | Mariner | Frontera |
Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1664 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1806 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2710 mm |