2004 Mercury Mariner vs. 2001 Spyker C8
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mariner is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Spyker C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Spyker C8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Spyker C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Spyker C8 (395 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mariner. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Spyker C8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 420 kg more than 2001 Spyker C8.
Because 2001 Spyker C8 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 2001 Spyker C8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2001 Spyker C8 (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2001 Spyker C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mariner. 2004 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 2001 Spyker C8 has manual transmission. 2001 Spyker C8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Mariner | 2001 Spyker C8 | |
| Make | Mercury | Spyker |
| Model | Mariner | C8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |
