2007 Hyundai Azera vs. 2011 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2011 Mercury Mariner is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Azera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Azera would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Azera (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2011 Mercury Mariner. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 131 kg more than 2011 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 Hyundai Azera (307 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercury Mariner. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Azera | 2011 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
Model | Azera | Mariner |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 234 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 307 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1646 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4458 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1778 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |