1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 180 kg more than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | Calais | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 57 L |
