2007 Mercury Mariner vs. 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2007 Mercury Mariner is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 521 kg more than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 2007 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercury Mariner | 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Mercury | Oldsmobile |
Model | Mariner | Cutlass |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 76 L |