2009 Mercury Mariner vs. 2002 Peugeot Sesame
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot Sesame. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot Sesame 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 (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot Sesame. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot Sesame.
Because 2009 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Peugeot Sesame. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner 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, 2009 Mercury Mariner (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot Sesame. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot Sesame. 2009 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 2002 Peugeot Sesame has manual transmission. 2002 Peugeot Sesame 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 | 2002 Peugeot Sesame | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Mariner | Sesame |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
