2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V 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 53 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 63 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Mariner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | CR-V | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1562 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |
