2009 Mercury Mariner vs. 1998 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mariner (151 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1998 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1998 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 617 kg more than 1998 Skoda Octavia. 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, 2009 Mercury Mariner (137 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Skoda Octavia. (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Skoda Octavia. 2009 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 1998 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 1998 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Mariner | 1998 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Mercury | Skoda |
| Model | Mariner | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
