1994 Holden Statesman vs. 2010 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mariner is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Holden Statesman (242 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2010 Mercury Mariner. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 49 kg more than 1994 Holden Statesman.
Because 1994 Holden Statesman 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 1994 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1994 Holden Statesman (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercury Mariner. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Holden Statesman | 2010 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | Statesman | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2619 mm |
