2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph would be higher. At 5,377 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 289 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.
Because 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mariner | 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
| Make | Mercury | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Mariner | Silver Seraph |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 5377 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 94 L |
