2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 1999 Proton 400
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Proton 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Proton 400 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 79 more horse power than 1999 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1999 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 955 kg more than 1999 Proton 400. 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 1999 Proton 400. 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 (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mariner | 1999 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Mercury | Proton |
| Model | Mariner | 400 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
