2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 1997 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Opel Frontera 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 19 more horse power than 1997 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 286 kg more than 1997 Opel Frontera. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Frontera. (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mariner | 1997 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Mariner | Frontera |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |