1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee (190 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (171 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 277 kg more than 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (305 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (233 Nm). This means 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2009 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercury |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3963 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 171 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1648 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 62 L |
