2005 Mercury Mariner vs. 2007 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2007 Mercury Mariner is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Mariner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Mariner would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mariner (201 HP) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 426 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Because 2007 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Mariner. 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, 2005 Mercury Mariner (262 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mariner | 2007 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercury |
| Model | Mariner | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 133 HP |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 57 L |
