2005 Mercury Mariner vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mariner (153 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 341 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Mariner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera 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, 1999 Opel Frontera (260 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mariner | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Mariner | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1479 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
