1996 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 404 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2005 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1996 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner. 2005 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 1996 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1996 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 De Tomaso Guara | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mercury |
Model | Guara | Mariner |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1579 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |