2007 Lexus LS vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS 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 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (376 HP) has 175 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus LS weights approximately 374 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mariner. 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 Lexus LS. 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, 2007 Lexus LS (493 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus LS | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercury |
| Model | LS | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4608 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 493 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 62 L |
