1998 Lotus GT 1 vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 521 kg more than 1998 Lotus GT 1.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lotus GT 1. 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, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lotus GT 1 | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Lotus | Mercury |
| Model | GT 1 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 580 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2630 mm |
