2007 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Mariner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Mariner would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mariner (201 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (187 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 153 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner 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, 2005 Mercury Mariner (262 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (223 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | Accord | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |
