1992 Dodge Colt 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 Dodge Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Dodge Colt 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 108 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Colt. (92 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 571 kg more than 1992 Dodge Colt. 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 Dodge Colt. 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Colt. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Colt | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Colt | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2630 mm |
