2009 Mercury Mariner vs. 1994 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Tigra would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mariner (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1994 Opel Tigra. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 815 kg more than 1994 Opel Tigra. 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 1994 Opel Tigra. 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 (302 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Mariner | 1994 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Mariner | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 46 L |
