2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 1994 Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,552 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover Range Rover (225 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 295 kg more than 2006 Mercury Mariner. 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, 1994 Rover Range Rover (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1994 Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mariner | 1994 Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Mercury | Rover |
| Model | Mariner | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 4552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 100 L |
