1991 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2007 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2007 Mercury Mariner is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1991 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1991 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 329 kg more than 1991 Isuzu Trooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercury Mariner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Isuzu Trooper 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, 2007 Mercury Mariner (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Isuzu Trooper | 2007 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
| Model | Trooper | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
