2005 Mercury Mariner vs. 1993 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP) has 78 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 86 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mariner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Nissan 300 ZX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Nissan 300 ZX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm). This means 1993 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mariner | 1993 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Mariner | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 279 HP |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
