1990 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2008 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mariner is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 205 kg more than 1990 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jensen Interceptor | 2008 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercury |
| Model | Interceptor | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
