2011 Mercury Mariner vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Mercury Mariner is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercury Mariner (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 804 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. 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, 2011 Mercury Mariner (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercury Mariner | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Mercury | Fiat |
| Model | Mariner | Panda |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1664 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1806 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 35 L |
