1993 Ford Probe vs. 2010 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mariner is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Probe would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Mariner (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1993 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 414 kg more than 1993 Ford Probe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2010 Mercury Mariner (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Probe. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Probe | 2010 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Probe | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2183 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2619 mm |
