1999 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2009 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mariner (151 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 737 kg more than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (137 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. 2009 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 1999 Hyundai Lantra has manual transmission. 1999 Hyundai Lantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Hyundai Lantra | 2009 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
Model | Lantra | Mariner |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |