2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1985 Renault Espace. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 635 kg more than 1985 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, both vehicles can yield 168 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mariner | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Mariner | Espace |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 38 L |
