1993 Audi S2 vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Audi S2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Audi S2 would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Audi S2 (227 HP) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Audi S2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 73 kg more than 1993 Audi S2.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1993 Audi S2 (350 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm). This means 1993 Audi S2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Audi S2 | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | S2 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
