2007 Lexus LX 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 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LX (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2011 Mercury Mariner. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus LX weights approximately 32 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.
Because 2007 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercury Mariner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LX 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 LX (445 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercury Mariner. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus LX | 2011 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercury |
| Model | LX | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4670 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 445 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1778 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 62 L |
