1948 Jeep CJ3A vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep CJ3A 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 94 more horse power than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 815 kg more than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. 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 (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep CJ3A.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Jeep CJ3A | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Jeep | Mercury |
Model | CJ3A | Mariner |
Year Released | 1948 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2630 mm |