1994 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,606 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercedes-Benz C (277 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (240 HP @ 6550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 400 kg more than 1994 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2009 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 1994 Mercedes-Benz C (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (302 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mercedes-Benz C | 2009 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | C | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3606 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6550 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
