1994 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1994 Chrysler Voyager. (116 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1994 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 195 kg more than 1994 Chrysler Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Chrysler Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1994 Chrysler Voyager (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1994 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chrysler Voyager | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Voyager | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
