2007 Mazda 3 vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2007 Mazda 3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercury Mariner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercury Mariner would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 3. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 770 kg more than 2007 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mercury Mariner (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 3. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 3 | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | 3 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1347 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |
