1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mariner (201 HP) has 179 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 894 kg more than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mariner (262 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Citroen Ak 350 | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | Ak 350 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
