1942 Jeep MB vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Jeep MB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Jeep MB 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 (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1942 Jeep MB. (59 HP @ 3820 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1942 Jeep MB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 845 kg more than 1942 Jeep MB. 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, 2006 Mercury Mariner (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Jeep MB. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Jeep MB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Jeep MB | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercury |
| Model | MB | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3820 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2630 mm |
