2007 Mercury Mariner vs. 1995 Porsche 993
To start off, 2007 Mercury Mariner is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 993 (402 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 425 kg more than 1995 Porsche 993.
Because 2007 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Porsche 993. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1995 Porsche 993 (541 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercury Mariner | 1995 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Mercury | Porsche |
| Model | Mariner | 993 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
