2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 1998 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Pickup 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 118 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 125 kg more than 1998 Nissan Pickup. 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 1998 Nissan Pickup. 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, 2006 Mercury Mariner (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mariner | 1998 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Mariner | Pickup |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1571 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2960 mm |