2009 Mercury Mariner vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (121 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 665 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Mercury Mariner (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (176 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercury Mariner | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
Model | Mariner | 405 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |