2001 Mazda CU-X vs. 2007 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2007 Mercury Mariner is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda CU-X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda CU-X 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 (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2001 Mazda CU-X. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda CU-X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 580 kg more than 2001 Mazda CU-X. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mazda CU-X. 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, 2001 Mazda CU-X (240 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda CU-X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda CU-X | 2007 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | CU-X | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2299 cc |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1925 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |
