1992 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,894 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Cadillac DeVille (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 31 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mariner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1992 Cadillac DeVille (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Cadillac DeVille | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | DeVille | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4894 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2630 mm |
