1996 Lada Natacha 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 Lada Natacha. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lada Natacha would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1996 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 935 kg more than 1996 Lada Natacha. 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 Lada Natacha. 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 (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lada Natacha | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Lada | Mercury |
| Model | Natacha | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
