2011 Mercury Mariner vs. 1999 Opel Signum
To start off, 2011 Mercury Mariner is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Signum would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercury Mariner (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1999 Opel Signum. (123 HP @ 3250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 54 kg more than 1999 Opel Signum. 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, 1999 Opel Signum (271 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercury Mariner. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercury Mariner | 1999 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Mariner | Signum |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1664 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1806 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 61 L |
