2004 Mercury Mariner vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mariner is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mariner. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 275 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Mariner | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mercury | Porsche |
Model | Mariner | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 665 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2280 mm |