2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 1992 Rover 100
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 100 would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 1141 kg more than 1992 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Mariner (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mariner | 1992 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Mercury | Rover |
| Model | Mariner | 100 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1380 mm |
