1992 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chrysler New Yorker 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 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1992 Chrysler New Yorker. (134 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1992 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 151 kg more than 1992 Chrysler New Yorker. 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 1992 Chrysler New Yorker. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chrysler New Yorker. (228 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chrysler New Yorker | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | New Yorker | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
