2007 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2008 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mariner is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Spark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Spark would be higher. At 2,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 1037 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. 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, 2008 Mercury Mariner (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. 2008 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 2007 Chevrolet Spark has manual transmission. 2007 Chevrolet Spark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Spark | 2008 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Spark | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 2298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 78 L |
