1996 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chrysler Sebring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chrysler Sebring would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1996 Chrysler Sebring. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1996 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 261 kg more than 1996 Chrysler Sebring. 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 1996 Chrysler Sebring. 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, 2006 Mercury Mariner (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chrysler Sebring. (176 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chrysler Sebring | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Sebring | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
