2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercury Mariner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercury Mariner would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Opel Zafira. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 506 kg more than 2007 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2006 Mercury Mariner (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Zafira. 2006 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mariner | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Mariner | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 58 L |
