2005 Mercury Mariner vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (178 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mariner. 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, 1998 Volvo S80 (240 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mariner | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mercury | Volvo |
| Model | Mariner | S80 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 178 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1479 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
