1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (204 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 675 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Sierra. 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, 1987 Ford Sierra (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Sierra | Mariner |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2630 mm |