2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 1996 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Justy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Justy 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 (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Justy. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1996 Subaru Justy. 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, 2006 Mercury Mariner (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Justy. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mariner | 1996 Subaru Justy | |
Make | Mercury | Subaru |
Model | Mariner | Justy |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2270 mm |