1996 Jaguar XK vs. 2010 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mariner is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2010 Mercury Mariner. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK weights approximately 185 kg more than 2010 Mercury Mariner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Jaguar XK 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 1996 Jaguar XK. 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, 1996 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercury Mariner. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Jaguar XK | 2010 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
| Model | XK | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
