1996 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2010 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mariner is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Mariner (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. (98 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 215 kg more than 2010 Mercury Mariner.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercury Mariner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 Mitsubishi Pajero (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercury Mariner. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercury Mariner. 2010 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2010 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Mercury |
Model | Pajero | Mariner |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4458 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1806 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2619 mm |