1962 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1962 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1962 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 541 kg more than 1962 Jeep CJ5. 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 (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Jeep CJ5 | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Jeep | Mercury |
Model | CJ5 | Mariner |
Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1571 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2630 mm |