2011 Mercury Mariner vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mercury Mariner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mercury Mariner 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 59 more horse power than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (118 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 492 kg more than 2013 Ford Fiesta. 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercury Mariner | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Mercury | Ford |
| Model | Mariner | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1664 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1806 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 45 L |
