2004 Mercury Mariner vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Mariner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Mariner would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mariner. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mariner.
Because 2012 SsangYong Chairman W 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 2012 SsangYong Chairman W. 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, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Mariner | 2012 SsangYong Chairman W | |
Make | Mercury | SsangYong |
Model | Mariner | Chairman W |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1495 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2970 mm |