2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 1998 Nissan Stagea
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 Stagea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Stagea 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 (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Stagea. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Stagea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 495 kg more than 1998 Nissan Stagea. 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 Stagea. 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, 1998 Nissan Stagea (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Stagea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mariner | 1998 Nissan Stagea | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Mariner | Stagea |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |