2003 Lexus RX vs. 2007 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2007 Mercury Mariner is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus RX would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus RX (198 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 60 kg more than 2003 Lexus RX.
Because 2003 Lexus RX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercury Mariner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lexus RX 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, 2003 Lexus RX (284 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus RX | 2007 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercury |
| Model | RX | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
