2007 Chrysler Pacifica 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 Pacifica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chrysler Pacifica would be higher. At 3,951 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 212 kg more than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica.
Because 2007 Chrysler Pacifica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercury Mariner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica 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, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica (355 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Pacifica | 2008 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Pacifica | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3951 cc | 2298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 78 L |
