1996 GAZ 3110 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 GAZ 3110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 GAZ 3110 would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 129 kg more than 1996 GAZ 3110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 GAZ 3110. 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 GAZ 3110 (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 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 GAZ 3110 has manual transmission. 1996 GAZ 3110 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 GAZ 3110 | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | GAZ | Mercury |
| Model | 3110 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
