2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mariner (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 857 kg more than 2007 Citroen C3. 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, 2009 Mercury Mariner (302 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 2009 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | C3 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6550 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1068 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
