1993 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2007 Mercury Mariner is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1993 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 705 kg more than 1993 Honda Accord. 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, 2007 Mercury Mariner (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Accord. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Accord | 2007 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Accord | Mariner |
Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |