1999 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Wrangler (184 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 467 kg more than 1999 Jeep Wrangler.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Jeep Wrangler (290 Nm @ 2950 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Jeep Wrangler | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Jeep | Mercury |
Model | Wrangler | Mariner |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3960 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2950 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 57 L |