1993 Audi S2 vs. 2010 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mariner is newer by 17 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Audi S2 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2010 Mercury Mariner. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Audi S2 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 191 kg more than 1993 Audi S2.
Because 1993 Audi S2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercury Mariner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Audi S2 will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 1950 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercury Mariner. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Audi S2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Audi S2 | 2010 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | S2 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
