2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 2007 Proton Gen
To start off, 2007 Proton Gen 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Proton Gen. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Gen.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Proton Gen. 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, 2006 Mercury Mariner (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Gen. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Gen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mariner | 2007 Proton Gen | |
| Make | Mercury | Proton |
| Model | Mariner | Gen |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |
