2007 Mazda CX-7 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 Mazda CX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda CX-7 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2011 Mercury Mariner. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercury Mariner.
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 Mazda CX-7 (351 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercury Mariner. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda CX-7 | 2011 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | CX-7 | Mariner |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |