2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 2007 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Swift 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 52 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Swift. (101 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 956 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Swift. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mariner | 2007 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
| Model | Mariner | Swift |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
