2011 Mercury Mariner vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Mercury Mariner is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (405 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2011 Mercury Mariner. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 561 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 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercury Mariner. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercury Mariner | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Mercury | Porsche |
| Model | Mariner | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1664 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1806 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.9 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 100 L |
