2004 Mercury Mariner vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mariner is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mariner (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Verada. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 55 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Verada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2004 Mercury Mariner (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Verada. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Mariner | 1993 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mariner | Verada |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
