2009 Mercury Mariner vs. 1993 Mercury Capri
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mariner (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 839 kg more than 1993 Mercury Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mercury Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mercury Mariner (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Mariner | 1993 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercury |
| Model | Mariner | Capri |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
