2008 Citroen C-Crosser vs. 2008 Mercury Mariner
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C-Crosser and 2008 Mercury Mariner were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C-Crosser (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C-Crosser should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 100 kg more than 2008 Citroen C-Crosser.
Because 2008 Citroen C-Crosser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercury Mariner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C-Crosser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Citroen C-Crosser (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C-Crosser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Mariner. 2008 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen C-Crosser has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen C-Crosser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C-Crosser | 2008 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | C-Crosser | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.6:1 | 12.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
