1994 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2004 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mariner is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mariner (152 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1994 Hyundai Lantra. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1994 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 485 kg more than 1994 Hyundai Lantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Hyundai Lantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mariner 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, 2004 Mercury Mariner (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Lantra. (132 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Hyundai Lantra | 2004 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
| Model | Lantra | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1466 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
