1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2004 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mariner is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mariner. (152 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 355 kg more than 2004 Mercury Mariner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2004 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Explorer | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
