1993 Dodge Stealth 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 Dodge Stealth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Dodge Stealth would be higher. At 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 195 kg more than 1993 Dodge Stealth.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner. 2006 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 1993 Dodge Stealth has manual transmission. 1993 Dodge Stealth will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Stealth | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Stealth | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2630 mm |
