2005 Mercury Mariner vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (296 HP) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 151 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993.
Because 2005 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Porsche 993. 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (355 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mariner | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Mercury | Porsche |
| Model | Mariner | 993 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1571 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2280 mm |
