2005 Mercury Mariner vs. 1996 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Maxima. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 234 kg more than 1996 Nissan Maxima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Mercury Mariner (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Maxima. (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Maxima. 2005 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 1996 Nissan Maxima has manual transmission. 1996 Nissan Maxima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Mercury Mariner | 1996 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Mariner | Maxima |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1579 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |