1993 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 De Tomaso Bigua would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (283 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 875 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. 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, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Bigua | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mercury |
| Model | Bigua | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
