1993 Ford Versailles 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 Ford Versailles. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Versailles would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mariner (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1993 Ford Versailles. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Versailles.
Because 2009 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Versailles. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mercury Mariner (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Versailles. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Versailles. 2009 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 1993 Ford Versailles has manual transmission. 1993 Ford Versailles will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Versailles | 2009 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Versailles | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |
