1990 Isuzu Stylus vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Isuzu Stylus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Isuzu Stylus 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 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1990 Isuzu Stylus. (95 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1990 Isuzu Stylus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 546 kg more than 1990 Isuzu Stylus. 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 1990 Isuzu Stylus. 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 (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Isuzu Stylus. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Isuzu Stylus.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Isuzu Stylus | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
Model | Stylus | Mariner |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1571 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |