1995 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2007 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2007 Mercury Mariner is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 321 kg more than 1995 Ford Thunderbird.
Because 2007 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (447 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Thunderbird | 2007 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Thunderbird | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
