2008 Mercury Mariner vs. 1991 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mariner is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volkswagen Corrado (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 835 kg more than 1991 Volkswagen Corrado.
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, 2008 Mercury Mariner (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volkswagen Corrado. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercury Mariner | 1991 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mariner | Corrado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
