2007 Lexus GS vs. 2007 Mercury Mariner
To start off, both 2007 Lexus GS and 2007 Mercury Mariner were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus GS (279 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 155 kg more than 2007 Lexus GS.
Because 2007 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Lexus GS (418 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lexus GS | 2007 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Lexus | Mercury |
Model | GS | Mariner |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 418 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 57 L |