2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 1991 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1991 Venturi Coupe. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1991 Venturi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 311 kg more than 1991 Venturi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Venturi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1991 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1991 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mariner | 1991 Venturi Coupe | |
Make | Mercury | Venturi |
Model | Mariner | Coupe |
Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1571 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |