2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager 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 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 Mercury Mariner. 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, 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager (361 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2008 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |
