1994 Lexus GS vs. 2009 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lexus GS would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mariner (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1994 Lexus GS. (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1994 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 205 kg more than 1994 Lexus GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mercury Mariner (302 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lexus GS. (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lexus GS | 2009 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercury |
| Model | GS | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6550 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
