1965 Jaguar Type S vs. 2009 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,440 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 305 kg more than 1965 Jaguar Type S.
Because 1965 Jaguar Type S 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 1965 Jaguar Type S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1965 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Jaguar Type S | 2009 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
| Model | Type S | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3440 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |
