2007 Mercury Mariner vs. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Mercury Mariner is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Mariner (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 275 kg more than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. 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, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercury Mariner | 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Mariner | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2320 mm |