1993 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2009 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 would be higher. At 3,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 405 kg more than 1993 Beijing BJ 2021.
Because 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercury Mariner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 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, 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2009 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Beijing | Mercury |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 3962 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
