1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 2007 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2007 Mercury Mariner is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Spirit (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 609 kg more than 1990 Dodge Spirit.
Because 2007 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Dodge Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1990 Dodge Spirit (294 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Spirit | 2007 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Spirit | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 12.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 57 L |
