1948 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mariner (200 HP) has 77 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 291 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Because 1948 Jaguar Mark IV 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 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mercury Mariner (262 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jaguar Mark IV | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
| Model | Mark IV | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2630 mm |
