2007 Mercury Mariner vs. 1998 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Mercury Mariner is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1998 Opel Vectra. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 740 kg more than 1998 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2007 Mercury Mariner (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Vectra. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Vectra. 2007 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 1998 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 1998 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercury Mariner | 1998 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Mariner | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
