2011 Mercury Mariner vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2011 Mercury Mariner. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 159 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Mariner, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercury Mariner. (184 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Mercury Mariner | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Mercury | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mariner | C |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 310 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | CVT | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1664 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4591 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1806 mm | 2008 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1444 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.9 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |