2005 Mercury Mariner vs. 2007 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2007 Saab 9-7X 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 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 9-7X (290 HP) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Saab 9-7X (376 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (263 Nm). This means 2007 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Mariner | 2007 Saab 9-7X | |
Make | Mercury | Saab |
Model | Mariner | 9-7X |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4160 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 290 HP |
Torque | 263 Nm | 376 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 101.9 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 83 L |