2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada (188 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 135 kg more than 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada.
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, 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada (353 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mariner | 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
Make | Mercury | Oldsmobile |
Model | Mariner | Bravada |
Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |