2005 Mercury Mariner vs. 1994 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan 100 NX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan 100 NX would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mariner (200 HP) has 58 more horse power than 1994 Nissan 100 NX. (142 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan 100 NX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 364 kg more than 1994 Nissan 100 NX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mariner (262 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan 100 NX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mariner | 1994 Nissan 100 NX | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Mariner | 100 NX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 142 HP |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1320 mm |
