2002 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2011 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2011 Mercury Mariner is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Daewoo Lanos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Daewoo Lanos would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercury Mariner (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 654 kg more than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. 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, 2011 Mercury Mariner (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Daewoo Lanos | 2011 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Daewoo | Mercury |
Model | Lanos | Mariner |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1348 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 57 L |