2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 1999 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot 607 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 607 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 11 kg more than 1999 Peugeot 607.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Peugeot 607. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1999 Peugeot 607 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mariner | 1999 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Mariner | 607 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1571 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
