2002 Daewoo Magnus vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Daewoo Magnus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Daewoo Magnus would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 375 kg more than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mercury Mariner (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Magnus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Magnus | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mercury |
| Model | Magnus | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |
