1959 Holden FE vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Holden FE 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 73 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 945 kg more than 1959 Holden FE. 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 1959 Holden FE. 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 (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FE | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | FE | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
